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Exploring New Careers

“This course work is phenomenal, well formulated and presented. I must say, from someone who has worked in the industry, it clearly is a great refresher to many topics. It also provided a complete new appreciation for some topics I didn’t have previously, and in my opinion, is so well done for students who may only be reviewing the subject for the first time.” 

Tom Staab
Participant, Introduction to Biotechnology  

Building Skills and Confidence

“The Leadership Development classes have helped me think about my career future, what I want for myself, and helped me build the confidence to go for it.”

April Arnold
Manager, Project Management Office, RI Quality Institute
Participant, Advanced Leadership Development

Connecting Peers

“I absolutely love RI Bio’s HR Leaders Circle of Excellence roundtables…There is always a takeaway that I can then tailor and apply within my organization. We discuss challenges and how best to navigate through them so we can be resilient and continue to foster a positive and engaged work environment for our teams.”

Michelle L. Dexter
Sr. Director, Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness, RIQI
Participant, HR Leaders Circle of Excellence

Developing Life Science Leaders

“I loved attending the classes, finding them very insightful, interesting, and entertaining.  Mari Anne does a great job of teaching this course and enlightening us all.”

John Torrey
Manager of Quality Control & Supplier Quality, Ximedica
Participant, Leadership Development Training

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Welcome to a New Chapter, Welcome to RI Bio

Welcome to a New Chapter, Welcome to RI Bio

Jan 11, 2019

As we transition into 2019, MedMates is making a transition of its own.  After five years of many significant accomplishments and dedicated partnerships, MedMates will be transitioning into Rhode Island's only BIO affiliate, RI Bio. As part of our transition, you will...

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A Letter from MedMates’ Executive Director to Culminate 2018

Dec 21, 2018

December 20, 2018 MedMates Colleagues and Friends: It has been a great year of growth and transformation for Rhode Island’s Life Sciences community.  I am very excited about the future of Life Sciences in our state and MedMates’ success as a growing vibrant hub to...

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