Georgia BioEd Institute

🔬 𝐆𝐞𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐚 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠

Last week, K-12 educators participated in a specialized Cell Manufacturing Workshop through the Georgia Life Sciences Biotechnology Teacher Training Initiative (BTTI), hosted in partnership with the Cell Manufacturing Technologies (CMaT) Education and Workforce Development Program.

Through hands-on learning experiences, laboratory tours, and interactive activities led by Drs. Shalu Suri, Johnna Temenoff, and the Georgia Institute of Technology team, our educators gained firsthand exposure to emerging cell manufacturing technologies, real-world industry applications, and the growing career opportunities within this innovative field.

As advanced therapies and cell-based technologies continue to transform healthcare, workshops like these help ensure Georgia educators are prepared to introduce students to the skills and careers shaping the future of the life sciences industry.

A special thank you to the educators who dedicated their time to participate in this workshop. Your commitment to continuous learning and bringing cutting-edge science into the classroom is helping inspire the next generation of innovators, researchers, engineers, and life sciences professionals. The impact of your work extends far beyond the classroom, shaping the future workforce that will drive discoveries and improve lives for years to come.

Thank you as well to our partners at CMaT and Georgia Tech for helping equip educators with the knowledge, resources, and experiences needed to connect classroom learning with real-world industry opportunities.

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The people and organizations driving Georgia's life sciences industry deserve to be recognized.

Have you submitted your nomination for the 2026 Georgia Life Sciences Golden Helix Awards?

Presented as part of the Georgia Life Sciences Summit the Golden Helix Awards are the industry's premier recognition program, celebrating the innovators, leaders, educators, advocates, and organizations driving Georgia's life sciences sector forward. From breakthrough discoveries and transformative partnerships to workforce development and community impact, the awards honor those whose achievements are advancing innovation, improving health, and shaping the future of life sciences in Georgia.

This year's honorees will be recognized during the Georgia Life Sciences Summit Welcome Reception and Golden Helix Awards Ceremony on August 25, alongside industry leaders from across the state.

Award Categories
🏆 Deal of the Year
🏆 Community Impact Award
🏆 Innovation Award
🏆 Emerging Leader of the Year
🏆 Phoenix Award
🏆 Legislator of the Year
🏆 Teacher of the Year

𝐍𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟑𝟎.

To be eligible for consideration, accomplishments, initiatives, transactions, or achievements must have occurred between January 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.

Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate the people and organizations advancing innovation, improving lives, and strengthening Georgia's life sciences economy.

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Georgia Life Sciences is pleased to announce the promotion of Stacey Bowlin to Executive Vice President.

Since joining GLS in 2024, Stacey has played a central role in advancing our strategic visibility, member engagement, industry partnerships, and statewide growth initiatives. She also led the successful transformation from Georgia Bio to Georgia Life Sciences, helping modernize our brand and better reflect the full breadth of Georgia’s life sciences ecosystem.

“Stacey has made an extraordinary impact on Georgia Life Sciences in a very short period of time,” said Maria Thacker Goethe, President & CEO. “Her ability to combine strategic vision with operational excellence has elevated our organization and positioned us for continued growth. This promotion is well deserved.”

Please join us in congratulating Stacey on this exciting next step.

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Georgia Life Sciences is grateful to Governor Brian Kemp and the Georgia General Assembly for their continued investment in innovation, workforce development, and the future of Georgia’s life sciences ecosystem through the FY27 state budget.

This funding, now in its 8th year, will support the continued growth of Georgia Life Sciences’ Biotech Teacher Training Initiative (BTTI) and strengthen our mission to build a world-class life sciences workforce pipeline across the state. By equipping educators with hands-on biotechnology and medtech training, industry-aligned curriculum (integrating medtech/AI/robotics), and real-world learning experiences, we are helping prepare students for high-demand careers in Georgia’s rapidly growing life sciences sector.

Georgia continues to demonstrate national leadership by investing in the infrastructure, talent, and partnerships needed to drive scientific innovation, economic growth, and improved health outcomes. We appreciate the support of Governor Kemp and members of the General Assembly who recognize the critical role the life sciences industry plays in Georgia’s economy and future competitiveness.

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Georgia Life Sciences’ Athens BioBash was a huge success. EGC's Kyle Davidson led an impactful discussion that set the stage for how the Classic City’s unique convergence of research institutions, skilled talent, suppliers, and industry partners positions Athens as a globally connected life sciences hub. Thank you to our speakers, Shelby Day with Meissner, Derek Eberhart with The University of Georgia Innovation Gateway, Tony Endozo with VWR, and Jeff Thompson with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine.

And a special thank you to our sponsors: Bennett & Pless, Inc., Evans General Contractors, Invest Athens GA, ISPE-CaSA, UCB, The University of Georgia Innovation, and VWR, part of Avantor.

Thank you Creature Comforts Brewing Co. for hosting us!