One Florida. One life science ecosystem.
The Florida Life Science Collective unites the state's emerging founder, executive, and investor communities into one powerful network — from the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic. Home to BIO on the Bay and Florida BioXchange.
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- Signature programs
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- Regions connected
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- Ecosystem leaders
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- Unified coalition
Our Mission
From regional pockets to a unified global hub
Florida's life science innovation has grown in pockets — from the Tampa Bay corridor to Miami and beyond. The Collective connects those disparate parts into a single network: uniting founders, researchers, investors, and operators to map what exists, spotlight wins, and define what happens next.
Come help us map the future. Florida is different — let's show the world why.
Strategic Alignment
Identifying the unique superpowers of Florida's regions to foster collaboration and eliminate redundancies.
Collective Advocacy
Transitioning from individual voices to a unified coalition championing the interests of the industry.
Abundance Mindset
Florida is a global economy rivaling entire continents. It's time we start acting like the global force we are.
Our Initiatives
Two ways we bring the ecosystem together
The Collective operates two signature programs — one in the room, one online — each on its own home. Together they connect Florida's life science leaders wherever they are.
Flagship in-person eventBIO on the Bay
Florida's premier life science networking event in St. Petersburg — connecting founders, investors, and academics converting research into a self-sustaining economy.
Virtual networking seriesFlorida BioXchange
Uniting Florida's stakeholder, executive, and investor communities online. Each event features a keynote speaker and a bold theme across cell bio, deep tech, AI, and space bio.
The Statewide Network
Part of a larger Florida movement
Florida's bioeconomy is stronger when its regional communities connect. We're proud to spotlight independent organizations building the ecosystem across the state.
Tampa Medical & Research District
An epicenter of life sciences in downtown Tampa and Ybor City, anchored by Tampa General Hospital and USF Health.
Miami Biotech Collective
South Florida's community of biotech leaders uniting executives, founders, and innovators to shape the region's biotech future.
The Tampa Medical & Research District and Miami Biotech Collective are independent organizations that are not operated by or affiliated with the Florida Life Science Collective. Logos and links are provided to support Florida's broader life science community. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Ready to help build Florida's bioeconomy?
Whether you're a founder, investor, researcher, or operator — there's a place for you in the Collective. Bring your talent, capital, or organization into the ecosystem.