Biocom San Diego is located in San Diego, CA. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (U01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Biocom San Diego employed 58 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Biocom San Diego is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Biocom San Diego generated $14.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $14.7m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 14.2% per year over the past 9 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ACHIEVE INDIVIDUAL AND COLLECTIVE SUCCESS ON THE WORLD STAGE OF SCIENTIFIC AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BIOCOM, REPRESENTING ALL OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, IS THE LARGEST, MOST SUCCESSFUL REGIONAL LIFE SCIENCE ASSOCIATION IN THE WORLD. THROUGH OUR MANY INITIATIVES, OUR MEMBER COMPANIES HAVE A STRONGER, UNIFIED VOICE IN MATTERS OF PUBLIC POLICY, WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT AND GROUP BUYING POWER. OUR MEMBERS ARE CONNECTED AND THROUGH OUR COMMUNICATION CHANNELS, VISIBLE ON A NATIONAL AND GLOBAL LEVEL. IN THE LAST YEAR, WE HAVE WORKED TO STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS AND OPEN LINES OF COMMUNICATION WITH THE FDA. THIS DIALOGUE IS HELPING.CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT:- CONTINUED TO IDENTIFY WAYS TO RAISE CALIFORNIA'S VISIBILITY ON A NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LEVEL.- GREW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT FOCUSED NETWORKING EVENTS TO FURTHER CONNECT TO THE COMMUNITY IN CALIFORNIA. - GREW THE GLOBAL PARTNERING CONFERENCE COMMITTEE.PUBLIC POLICY:- HOSTED CONGRESSIONAL BRIEFINGS ON LIFE SCIENCE TOPICS.- SIGNIFICANT WORK IN THE LEGISLATIVE AREAS OF PATENT REFORM, DEVICE TAX REPEAL AND NIH FUNDING.- HOSTED HIGH LEVEL POLICY MAKERS AND REGULATORS.- ENGAGED STRONGLY ON LEGISLATION AT THE STATE LEVEL, PARTICULARLY ON LEGISLATION AFFECTING PUBLIC DISCLOSURE OF PROPRIETARY PRICING INFORMATION.- KEY STAKEHOLDER IN DEVELOPMENT OF REGIONAL WATER POLICY.COMMUNICATIONS:- BIOCOM IS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING OUR MEMBER COMPANIES AND THEIR SUCCESSES, WHILE KEEPING MEMBERSHIP APPRISED OF THE LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS.EVENTS & INITIATIVES:- ORGANIZED MULTIPLE TRIPS TO JAPAN AND HAD A BIOCOM/CALIFORNIA PRESENCE AT THE BIO JAPAN CONVENTION IN TOKYO.- HELD A SUCCESSFUL PARTNERING CONFERENCE AND CELEBRATION OF LIFE ANNUAL DINNER.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Amy Butler Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Bernard Parker Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Carin Canale-Theakston Director / Vice Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Christophe Schilling PHD Director / Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Burgess Director / Chair Emeritus | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Daniel Kleeburg Director / VP Finance | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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The Lodge At Torrey Pines Event Space / Food&beverage | 12/30/22 | $276,174 |
Beyond Benefits Life Science Assoc Trus Employee Benefits Expense | 12/30/22 | $936,808 |
Grizzly Inc Marketing | 12/30/22 | $209,005 |
Swanson Communications Public Policy Consultant Expense | 12/30/22 | $200,500 |
Kqed Marketing | 12/30/22 | $159,900 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $10,739,532 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $10,739,532 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $3,165,970 |
Investment income | $202,296 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $14,177,478 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,598,815 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $3,944,352 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $218,265 |
Other employee benefits | $1,187,269 |
Payroll taxes | $534,341 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $1,046 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $24,625 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $363,041 |
Advertising and promotion | $471,042 |
Office expenses | $27,888 |
Information technology | $74,858 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $781,799 |
Travel | $347,366 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $29,886 |
Interest | $733 |
Payments to affiliates | $38,000 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $130,897 |
Insurance | $36,958 |
All other expenses | $831,823 |
Total functional expenses | $14,678,254 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $8,895,061 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $1,000,050 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $233,305 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $500,531 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $440,432 |
Investments—other securities | $1 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $5,168,120 |
Total assets | $16,237,500 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,520,710 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $6,944,733 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $5,931,126 |
Total liabilities | $15,396,569 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $840,931 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $16,237,500 |