Biocom California

Biocom California is the largest life science membership association, dedicated to advancing the life science industry in California and beyond. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in San Diego, CA, the organization operates as a 501(c)(6) non-profit. Its core mission is to accelerate member success by fostering connections, providing business solutions, facilitating funding opportunities, and advocating for policies that strengthen the competitiveness and growth of the life science ecosystem.

The association offers a comprehensive suite of services, including public policy representation and advocacy, networking events, access to capital, and strategic partnering initiatives. It also provides workforce development programs, including STEM education, and robust group purchasing programs designed to reduce costs for its members. Biocom California serves a broad spectrum of the life science community, encompassing biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, genomics, and diagnostics companies of all sizes, as well as research universities, institutes, clinical research organizations, investors, and service providers.

Under the leadership of President and CEO Tim Scott, Biocom California maintains its position as a leading advocate for the life science sector. Recent activities include the release of its 2026 Life Science Economic Impact Report in June 2026, which highlighted the industry's significant economic contributions in California, and the appointment of new members to its Board of Directors in March 2026. The organization also announced a strategic partnership with Octane in March 2026 to further accelerate innovation across California's life science and medtech ecosystems. Biocom California extends its influence through offices in key California regions, Washington D.C., and Tokyo, supporting a global network of life science innovators.