Bob Coughlin - Patient Advocacy+ Keynote

Описание: Boston has become the leading life science cluster in the world due in large to the role that patient advocacy groups play in promoting and accelerating the development of diagnostics, support devices and treatments.

In our Patient Advocacy+ workshop, we explored the local culture of patient advocacy philanthropy as well as discuss best practices and insights for connecting to and utilizing those resources.

We were happy to have an opening keynote address by Bob Coughlin, President and CEO of MassBio.

As President and CEO of the Massachusetts Biotechnology Council, Bob’s mission is to advance Massachusetts’ leadership in the life sciences to grow the industry, add value to the healthcare system and improve patient lives. Over the last decade, Bob has truly become a champion for patients by ensuring innovative companies have the best environment possible to research, develop, and commercialize breakthrough therapies and cures for people around the world who need and deserve them.

Bob has spent his career in both the public and private sectors. Before joining MassBio, he served as the Undersecretary of Economic Development within Governor Deval Patrick’s administration, where he prioritized both healthcare and economic development issues and was a strong advocate for the life sciences industry in Massachusetts. Prior to that, he was elected as State Representative to the 11th Norfolk district for three terms. Bob has also held senior executive positions in the environmental services, capital management and venture capital industries.