HEALTHCARE, LIFE SCIENCES & GLOBAL HEALTH INDUSTRY TRACK:

OVERVIEW:

Governor Inslee’s top priority is to create an economic climate where innovation and entrepreneurship can continue to thrive and create good-paying jobs in every corner of our state. The Washington State life science and global health sector are leaders amongst their peers. This sector is comprised of world class research institutions, motivated and talented entrepreneurs and well-established organizations that are recognized for their breakthrough discoveries.

How do we define Washington’s life science and global health sector:

The sector is made up of 191 biopharma companies, 294 medical device companies and 78 non-profit research institutions. Over 70 Washington cities host life science companies, research institutions and non-profit organizations, and they have a presences in the health of individuals and communities worldwide.

Sector impacts on Washington’s economy:

The life science and global health sector is responsible for $11.1 billion of the state’s gross domestic product (GDP). Employment in this sector tops 34,000 direct jobs and another 57,000 indirect jobs, making it the 5th largest employment sector in the state. Employment in this sector continued to grow during the recession.

LOCATION: Camp Murray, Building 33

AFTERNOON  SESSION

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM     Industry Overview

• Maura Little
• Connie Leiske, Olympic College
• Jodi Perlmutter, AHEC
• John DesRosier from LSDF
• Kimberely Washburn

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM   Employer Best Practices

• Dan Ferguson, Allied Health COE
• Craig Gable, Providence/Swedish
• Becky Meyer
• Scott Canavera, Fred Hutch
• Jennie Locati, Director of Global HR Operations, PATH

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Workshop

• U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Workshop – Veterans Employment Center for Job Seekers and Employers