The Mid-Atlantic-Russia Business Council Host
11th and 12th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Weeks
Philadelphia, PA - The Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council (MARBC) will host the 11th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT) in the Mid-Atlantic States from November 16-20, 2009 and the 12th RANIT from April 28 - May 7, 2010. The Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week is designed to bring together entrepreneurs, scientists, venture capitalists, and established corporations from the American and Russian technology communities. Based on past success, RANIT is now held twice a year, and includes an even greater number of regional technology events, seminars, panel discussions, roundtable meetings, trade shows, conferences, and networking events. Russian delegations representing the foremost Russian technology companies will take part in the various regional technology events of RANIT.
RANIT is supported by leading regional businesses and governmental organizations, including the administrations of the City of Philadelphia, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and the States of New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland, as well as Mid-Atlantic regional organizations focusing on international business and technology development. Since 2003, the Mayor of Philadelphia has proclaimed the third week of November to be the Russian-American Innovation Technology Week in Philadelphia.
The 11th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week will be held from November 16-20, 2009. The 11th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week will focus on information technology, alternative energy technology, nanotechnology, robotics, chemical engineering, safety and security technologies, technology in education, venture capital, and entrepreneurship. Following the opening ceremonies in the Mayor’s Reception Room at Philadelphia City Hall, the Biennial Russian-American Business Opportunities Symposium will be held. Taking place within the framework of the 11th RANIT, the Symposium will focus on regional cooperation, while also including discussions on the challenges of doing business in Russia and opportunities in specific industrial sectors.
The 11th RANIT will once again include an extensive MARBC-organized Russian program at Philadelphia ITEC. The Philadelphia ITEC is part of the nation’s largest series of regional business technology events for IT and business professionals, featuring a combination of national vendors and local suppliers, and a conference program with seminars on the newest issues in information technology. The Mid-Atlantic - Russia Business Council will organize the participation of Russian companies in the exhibition and will also present a panel discussion entitled “Thinking Globally in Today’s Economic Environment and How To Expand Globally in an IT Market,” as well as a panel discussion focusing on the Russian information technology industry and opportunities for Russian-American cooperation in the IT field.
Building upon the past success of the Russian Chemical Industry delegations organized by MARBC, there will be chemical industry events included in the 11th RANIT. Another leading event will be the 5th Annual Russian-American Technology Entrepreneurship Conference. Additionally, there will be a RANIT-associated program on technology in education organized by the MARBC. The program will present multiple opportunities for furthering communication and cooperation between Russian and American universities. These events are a part of the International Education Week, a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, as well as a part of the Global Entrepreneurship Week.
Additional events during the 11th Russian - American Innovation Technology Week will include a visit to other states in the Mid-Atlantic region, a visit and roundtable at the International Incubator at the Science Center, and a reception at the Pyramid Club in Philadelphia.
The 12th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week, organized by the Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council, will begin with a welcoming ceremony and conference in the Mayor’s Reception Room at Philadelphia City Hall on April 29th. Keynote speakers at the welcoming ceremony and conference will include presidents of American and Russian biotechnology associations as well as Russian mayors and Mid-Atlantic state officials. The Russian delegation will also visit the International Incubator at the Science Center, participate in a roundtable on the commercialization of nanotechnologies and a seminar on venture capital funds specializing in biotechnology, and meet with members of biotechnology associations from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.
The 12th Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week conclude with the 2010 BIO International Convention from May 3-6, 2010 at the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, with an extensive Russian program organized by the Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council. The MARBC is the official organizer of the Russian delegation at BIO, which is the largest and most significant biotechnology event in the world. A Russian exposition will display information on the vast array of Russian science and technology capabilities in biotechnology and related industries. During BIO’s International Day the MARBC will present the Russian biotechnology industry, discussing the most promising achievements of Russian scientists and manufacturers in the biotechnology field as well as pressing issues concerning Russian-American biotechnology cooperation.
"The focus of the Russian-American Innovation Technology Week is to help introduce Russian companies to the Mid-Atlantic region's local technology business and venture capital communities," said Val Kogan, President of the Mid-Atlantic Russia Business Council. "The Semi-Annual Russian-American Technology Week will help match advanced Russian technology and engineering talent with American entrepreneurial and managerial skills. Many companies in the Mid-Atlantic region are finding Russian counterparts and are developing successful business ventures. We hope this will ultimately establish the Mid-Atlantic region as a major partner for Russian technology companies and a premier center of Russian-American technology cooperation."
For further details about the Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Weeks, please contact Val Kogan, Mid-Atlantic-Russia Business Council, by phone: (215) 708-2628, email: val@ma-rbc.org, or visit the MARBC website at: http://www.ma-rbc.org.
About the Mid-Atlantic - Russia Business Council. Since 1994, MARBC has worked to foster business relations between Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) and the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region, while cultivating mutual appreciation of political, economic, cultural, and educational interests. The goal of MARBC is to enable companies based in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region to enhance their positions in Russia and the CIS and to attract Russian businesses to the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region.
The 12th Semi-Annual Biotechnological
Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT – BIO)
April 28 - May 6, 2010
Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT) brings together entrepreneurs, scientists, venture capitalists, and established corporations within the American and Russian technology industries. RANIT, organized by the Mid-Atlantic - Russia Business Council (MARBC), is the most significant semi-annual event devoted to Russian-American technology and business cooperation. Based on past success, RANIT is now held twice a year, and includes an increasing number of regional technology events, seminars, panel discussions, roundtable meetings, trade shows, conferences, and networking events. The 10th RANIT will highlight biotechnology and nanotechnology, and will conclude with participation in the world’s largest biotechnology exhibition, the 2010 BIO International Convention in Chicago. The Russian delegation that will take part in the 12th RANIT-BIO will consist of representatives from the foremost Russian companies in biotechnology and related industries. The Russian delegation, including executives from regions in Russia with strong connections to these industries, will take part in key RANIT events.
A few recent developments have made biotechnology cooperation between Russia and the Mid-Atlantic states particularly attractive. First, the Russian government has drafted a “National Program for the Development of Biotechnology in Russia until 2015,” which emphasizes the regional development of bioclusters. Second, state governments in the Mid-Atlantic region have enacted favorable policies that have further enhanced the region’s standing as a leader in the field of biotechnology. Further strengthening commercial ties between the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region and Russia, in 2008 Pennsylvania became the first U.S. state to open a trade office in Russia. Within this context the MARBC has made Russian-American scientific and technical cooperation in biotechnology one of its top priorities. MARBC has facilitated American participation in several of the most significant biotechnology conferences and events in Russia, including the EurasiaBIO, held at the Moscow World Trade Center, and the International Congress “Biotechnology: State of the Art and Prospects of Development,” which are held in the House of the Moscow Government.
12th RANIT-BIO will begin in Philadelphia and Washington on April 28-30, 2010
Starting in Philadelphia, special events at RANIT-BIO will include a welcoming ceremony and conference in the Mayor’s Reception Room at Philadelphia City Hall on April 28th. Keynote speakers at the welcoming ceremony and conference will include presidents of American and Russian biotechnology associations as well as Russian mayors and Mid-Atlantic state officials. The Russian delegation will also visit the International Incubator at the Science Center, participate in a roundtable on the commercialization of nanotechnologies and a seminar on venture capital funds specializing in biotechnology, and meet with members of biotechnology associations from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and Virginia.
The key and concluding event of the 12th RANIT will be
2010 BIO International Convention
May 3 – 6, 2010
in Chicago
BIO International Convention is the world’s largest and most impressive
exhibition and conference for experts in the field of biotechnology
Mid-Atlantic - Russia Business Council (MARBC) has played an important role in previous years at BIO International Convention, serving as the official organizer of the Russian delegation to BIO 2005, BIO 2006, BIO 2007, BIO 2008, and BIO 2009, as part of MARBC’s undertaking to build a bridge between the Russian and American biotechnology communities. The Russian business program at BIO 2005 was organized in the context of the Semi-Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT), and included a Russian mini-pavilion and participation by members of the Russian delegation in various events of BIO 2005. At BIO 2006 in Chicago, as well as at BIO 2007 in Boston and at BIO 2009 in Atlanta, MARBC organized a Country Seminar on Russia featuring panel discussions and presentations from leading experts on doing business in Russia. MARBC also presented the Russian biotechnology industry in the International Marketplace during the conference’s International Day.
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As in Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, San Diego, and in Atlanta, the MARBC will again serve as the official organizer of the Russian delegation to 2010 BIO International Convention in Chicago. MARBC will present Russian biotechnology companies and organize an exposition on the achievements of Russian scientists and manufacturers in biotechnology and related industries. Focusing upon “Russia’s Emerging Bio-economy: New Developments in Regional Bioclusters, Biofuels, and Bionanotechnology,” MARBC will present the Russian biotechnology industry during the BIO 2010 International Day.
For additional information about participation in the 12th RANIT-BIO, please contact Val Kogan, Mid-Atlantic-Russia Business Council by phone: (215) 708-2628, email: val@ma-rbc.org, or visit the MARBC website at: http://www.ma-rbc.org
2010 BIO INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
Join us for the Global Event for Biotechnology! This is the most important event for the global biotechnology industry. Don’t miss the world-class program with more than 170 sessions, renowned speakers, a value-packed exhibition, and countless business opportunities.
There’s no better event to showcase your organization, learn what’s new in the industry, or to make valuable connections with your peers! In 2009, more than 1/3 of our attendees were international representing 59 countries. In addition, we welcomed more than 400 U.S. and International Public Officials and Media.
Attend the 2010 BIO International Convention
• Hear new ideas from speakers in keynotes, more than 170 breakout sessions across 22 tracks
• Make connections at special events and participate in partnering at the BIO Business Forum
• Visit the BIO Exhibition with more than 1,800 exhibits and 60+ U.S. and international pavilions
• Network with Government, Academic and Business Leaders from more than 50 countries at one of our many special events or receptions
You can register online at http://convention.bio.org. Find information about international delegations and exhibitors at http://convention.bio.org or contact Liezl Perez, Manager, International Relations at email lperez@bio.org.
Registration and Housing Opens Late October 2009. You can register online at http://convention.bio.org.
As in the past years, the Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council (MARBC) will again serve as the official organizer of the Russian delegation to the 2010 BIO International Convention. MARBC will present Russian biotechnology companies and organize an exposition on the achievements of Russian scientists and manufacturers in biotechnology and related industries.
The Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council will be organizing Russian participation to the 2010 BIO International convention as the centerpiece of the 12th Semi-Annual Biotechnological Russian-American Innovation Technology Week held from April 28 to May 6 in Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; and Chicago, IL. For more information regarding the 12th Semi-Annual Biotechnological Russian – American Innovation Technology Week please visit http://www.ma-rbc.
Contact:
Val Kogan, President
Mid-Atlantic - Russia Business Council
Phone: 215.708.2628, 484.467.7444(m) or Email: val@ma-rbc.org
We look forward to hosting you in Chicago in 2010!
RUSSIA
POINT OF CONTACT NAME & TITLE: Val Kogan, President ORGANIZATION NAME: Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council (MARBC) ADDRESS: 1760 Market Street; Suite 1100; Philadelphia, PA 19103
PHONE: 1.215.708.2628 or 1.484.467.7444
FAX: 1.215.963.9104
WEBSITE: www.ma-rbc.org
E-MAIL: info@ma-rbc.org or val@ma-rbc.org
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
Considered a top priority in Russia’s economic modernization plan, the Russian government and private industry are working to improve the legal and economic environment for the biotechnology industry. Cultivating coordination between the public and private sectors, Russia is implementing the national program: Biotechnological Development in Russia until 2015, which includes establishing special economic zones for innovative biotechnology and creating biotech parks. Realizing the strong potential of Russia’s vast territory, bio-energy resources, and advanced materials research expertise to further growth in critical biotechnological fields, the innovative Russian biotechnology industry offers tremendous opportunities in the fields of manufacturing and research and development.
As part of the Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council’s (MARBC; www.ma-rbc.org) undertaking to build a bridge between the Russian and American biotechnology communities, MARBC serves as the official organizer for Russian participation to BIO since 2005. Continuing efforts to foster regional Russian-American biotechnological cooperation, MARBC hosts the Biotechnological Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT-BIO), which is the most significant annual event devoted to Russian-American biotechnology cooperation. Additionally, MARBC annually organizes American participation to key biotechnology events in Russia. Focusing upon “Russia’s Emerging Bio-economy: New Developments in Regional Bioclusters, Biofuels, and Bionanotechnology,” MARBC will present the Russian biotechnology industry during the 10th RANIT-BIO (May 13-22), which begins with an opening conference in Philadelphia on May 13 and culminates on BIO’s International Day May 20th. Consisting of representatives from the foremost Russian companies in biotechnology, the Russian delegation will discuss practical information about the innovations, challenges, opportunities and pressing issues concerning international biotechnology cooperation.
GENERAL COUNTRY DESCRIPTION:
Russia has historically been a strong player in the biotechnology industry and today it offers an attractive environment for research, development and manufacturing. The Russian biotechnology industry benefits from a highly qualified workforce – one of the best in the world – and the presence of more than 1,000 institutions and organizations conducting biotechnology research in such areas as biosafety and biosecurity, biodiversity, renewables and biocatalysis, bionanotechnology and systems biology. With 16% of the GNP and 10% of Russia’s workforce concentrated in this area, the knowledge-based bioeconomy is one of Russia’s major priorities.
Russia has provided additional support to the industry by launching a national program, “Biotechnological Development in Russia in 2006 – 2015,” to encourage public-private cooperation. The program supports science centers and regions of Russia that emphasize biotechnology and other scientific endeavors. Consequently, the annual volume of biotech investments in Russia in 2007-2008 nearly doubled in comparison with 2005-2006. The innovative work performed by the Russian biotechnology industry offers tremendous opportunities. Russia also provides significant opportunities in the fields of manufacturing, research and development, and innovative biotechnologies.
BRIEF ORGANIZATION DESCRIPTION:
Since 1994, Mid-Atlantic – Russia Business Council (MARBC; www.ma-rbc.org) fosters business relations between Russia & the CIS and the US Mid-Atlantic region. Emphasizing Russian-American cooperation in lucrative fields, including advanced materials/nanotechnology, energy & environment, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, and agriculture, MARBC hosts over 30 events annually in the US and Russia. The Biotechnological Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT-BIO), including Russian participation in BIO, is the most significant annual event in the US devoted to Russian-American biotechnology cooperation.
REGIONAL DISTRIBUTION:
Russia has focused on establishing special economic zones for innovative biotechnology, as well as the creation of biotech parks. Development of state programs in special economic zones to create an enabling environment for the development of bio-safety, nanotechnology, and biotechnology in Russia have included regional biotechnology programs in Moscow, St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk-Tomsk, Saratov, Kazan, Nizhny Novgorod, and Kirov, amongst others. Active research is conducted in such areas as biosafety, biosecurity, biodiversity, renewables, biocatalysis, bionanotechnology and systems biology. Russian specialists in the physicochemical biology and biotechnology industries are extremely well qualified and over 1,000 Russian institutions and organizations conduct research in these areas.
BUSINESS CLIMATE:
Historically, Russia has had a well-developed biology and biotechnology industry and is currently emerging from its transitional period as a leading producer of many biotechnology items including immunobiological medications, veterinary products, and environmental protection technology. Russia has provided additional encouragement to further advance this industry by launching a national program, “Biotechnological Development in Russia in 2006 – 2015,” which supports science centers and regions of Russia that emphasize biotechnology and other scientific endeavors. Russia has been experiencing significant growth in the field of analytical instrument manufacturing and increasing demand for its advanced technical skills. As global concern for biosafety and for the preservation of biodiversity has increased, there has been a greater demand for Russian expertise in cell technologies, bioinformatics, post-genome technologies (proteomics, metabolomics), and nanotechnologies. Major driving forces in Russia’s biotech activity include Biotechnology Associations such as the Russian Society of Biotechnologist, Russian Bioindustry Union, Russian National Biofuels Association, as well as regional governments. The tendency to establish bioregions in Russia can be strengthened through international cooperation with related bioregions in Europe, North America, and East Asia, and productive mechanisms for partnerships with Russian/CIS scientists. Executives of Russian biotechnology and biofuels associations to BIO will represent the rapid developments of the Russian biotechnology industry, including the expansion to new bioclusters, such as biofuels and bionanotechnology, as well as biosafety and biomedical devices. These leading Russian companies’ representatives, with on-the- ground expertise in this emerging market, will also be available to further discuss the industry’s latest innovations, challenges, and opportunities for Russian-American cooperation.
SPECIAL INCENTIVES AND PROGRAMS: Russian Venture Company
REGULATION & POLICY:
Biotechnology is considered one of the top priorities in Russia’s economic modernization plan. Both the Russian government and private industry have recognized the need to improve the legal and economic environment for the biotechnology industry. In order to improve coordination between the public and private sectors, the Russian state has launched a national program entitled “Biotechnological Development in Russia in 2006 – 2015.” Following the launch of this Russian national biotechnology development program to encourage public-private cooperation, bioclusters have rapidly expanded in several Russian regions. The program has provided additional support to the Russian biotechnology industry by creating special economic zones for innovative biotechnology, further developing biotechnoparks, expanding biosafety and nanotechnology industries, and establishing biotechnology investment and venture funds. Highlighting the opportunities and innovative work in Russia's growing biotechnology industry, the Russian participation organized by the MARBC to BIO2008 and RANIT-BIO will represent several emerging Russian biotechnology companies, including winners of prestigious national bio-innovation competitions, which have created opportunities in areas ranging from biomedical devices to biofuels development. The MARBC- organized Russian delegation will contribute and discuss practical information about the innovations, challenges, and opportunities for cooperation in one of the biotechnology industry's most important emerging markets.
RECENT LEGISLATIVE INITIATIVE:
“Biotechnological Development in Russia in 2006 – 2015”
COUNTRY INDUSTRY EVENT(S):
