AWARDS
AWARD CATEGORIES
Georgia Bio Industry Growth Award
Presented to two people who have made an extraordinary contribution to the growth of the life sciences industry in Georgia.
2022 Winners
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Rafael V. Andino, Clearside Biomedical, Inc.
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Krishnendu Roy, PhD, Georgia Institute of Technology
Phoenix Award
The Phoenix award represents the iconic "rising from the ashes" of the Phoenix, a symbol of strength, tenacity and leadership and is presented to celebrate the best Industry and Academic collaborations. Presented to two Georgia honorees who forged academic and industry relationships that will drive translation and lead to new treatments and cures.. This award is sponsored by the Metro Atlanta Chamber.
2022 Winners
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Delta Air Lines Foundation
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UGA Innovation District
Deals of the Year Award
Presented to one or more companies or institutions for the most significant financial or commercial transactions closed from January 1, 2021 -December 31, 2021, based on the importance of the transaction to Georgia’s life sciences industry.
2022 Winners
Acquisitions
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Summa Equity acquisition of Axion Biosystems
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Beam Therapeutics acquisition of Guide Therapeutics
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DJO acquisition of MedShape, Inc.
Economic Development
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Danimer Scientific
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Intuitive Surgical
Private Financing
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Antios Therapeutics
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Sharecare
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Strados Labs
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VERO Biotech
Public Financing
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Kennesaw State University
Community Award
Presented to a small number of individuals, companies or institutions whose contributions to Georgia’s life sciences community are worthy of special recognition.
2022 Winners
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Ian Biggs, University of Georgia Innovation Gateway
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Angelita Howard, EdD, MBA-PM, MA, Morehouse School of Medicine
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Wilbur Lam, MD, PhD, Emory University & Georgia Institute of Technology
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Dorothy Leone-Glasser, RN, HHC, Advocates for Responsible Care
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Marine Extension & Georgia Sea Grant, University of Georgia
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Grace Powers, MS, MBA, RAC, Powers Regulatory Consulting
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Ryan White Program, Augusta University
Innovation Award
Presented to the department, institution, company or individuals who are forging new ground by thinking outside traditional paradigms to create some unique technology.
2022 Winners
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GENOSYL, VERO Biotech
Legislator of the Year Award
Presented to state legislators for their support of the life sciences industry in Georgia.
2022 Winners
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The Honorable Chuck Hufstetler, Georgia State Senate
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The Honorable Shaw Blackmon, Georgia House of Representatives
Emerging Leader of the Year Award
Presented to young individuals who have made a significant impact on the life sciences industry through their studies or employment.
2022 Winners
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Aaron Enten, PhD, MBA, Insight Optics
Teacher of the Year Award
Presented to a Georgia biotechnology high school teacher who exhibits excellence in STEM teaching and support for the biotechnology pathway.
2022 Winner
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Cynthia Greer, North Hall High School
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Chris McKinney, Augusta University (Chair)
Heather Creran, Health Acuity
Derek Eberhart, University of Georgia, Innovation Gateway
Sherry Farrugia, Global Center for Medical Innovation
Jamie Graham, Boehringer Ingelheim Animal health
David Hartnett, Metro Atlanta Chamber
Lee Herron, Georgia Research Alliance
Russ Medford, Covanos, Inc.
Richard Otto, Forest Partners
