DIRECT FINANCIAL SAVINGS
Significant discounts are available to SD Biotech members on services, supplies, event registrations and exhibits via our direct partnerships. See DIRECT SAVINGS below for partnership directory and information.ADVOCACY
SD BIO represents the needs of its members by helping legislators and regulators stay focused on the biotech issues and by fighting for legislation and regulation that positively impacts our industry.Federal Issues:
- Drug Safety
- Access to SBIR Grants
- Agricultural Regulations
- Bioenergy Policy
- Acceptance of Biotechnology
- Follow-on Biologics
- Increased NIH funding
- Bioethics Issues
- Patent Reform
- FDA Appropriation
- Food & Agriculture
- Bioenergy
- Economic Development
- Human Health
- R & D investment
- Intellectual Property
ACCESS TO SD BIO INFORMATION AND EVENTS
Communications
South Dakota Biotech members will receive quarterly newsletters, legislative updates and periodic access to Association updates.
Networking and Events
South Dakota Biotech can take advantage of periodic events and gain access to our legislators throughout the year at various SD BIO events. BIO AFTER HOURS showcases various members by hosting and offers valuable networking opportunities.
Educational Programs
Members can take advantage of SD BIO news dissemination services at no cost to supply news releases and information across the State, Midwest or entire United States.
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Direct Savings
Fisher Scientific
Aggressive Pricing Discounts For SD Biotech Members
Fisher Scientific
Fisher Scientific is a global leader in science, providing lab equipment, chemicals, and services that support research, diagnostics, and biopharmaceutical production. Since scientists and healthcare professionals accelerate discovery and improve health outcomes worldwide.
This exclusive Partnership between Fisher Scientific and SD BIO offers aggressive pricing discounts providing up to a ten-fold return on investment from member dues.
Laboratory & Production Essentials Discounts For SD Biotech Members
BIO Business Solutions®
Lab and Office Savings for SD Biotech Members
BIO Business Solutions®
Through its partnership with BIO, South Dakota Biotech (SD BIO) offers its members the opportunity to take advantage of the BIO Business Solutions® programs listed on website below. Member companies can use one, some, or all of the special pricing arrangements offered through BIO Business Solutions. Whether you’re streamlining operations, cutting costs, or navigating complex regulatory hurdles, SD BIO’s partnerships offer tangible support that accelerates innovation across South Dakota’s bioscience community.
Lab and Office Savings for SD Biotech Members
Cytion
20% Discount Cytion products for SD Biotech Members
Cytion
Cytion: Premier Cell Bank for Authentic Human and Animal Cells.
Cytion upholds its reputation as a trusted cell bank. We specialize in high-quality, contamination-free cells from humans and animals, ensuring rigorous quality control and authentication. Renowned for reliability, our cell lines are the go-to choice for researchers needing genetically authentic samples. With Cytion, experience ease and confidence in sourcing authentic cell culture solutions.
20% Discount Cytion products for SD Biotech Members
Risty Benefits
Insurance Product Discounts for SD Biotech Members
Risty Benefits
Risty Benefits is an independent insurance agency specializing in employee benefits for businesses and individuals in South Dakota and the tri-state area. They offer health, life, and long-term care insurance, retirement plans, and support services like compliance guidance and benefits administration.
Insurance Product Discounts for SD Biotech Members
The below products are offered with exclusive discounts for SD Biotech Members.
COLONIAL LIFE®
(Group products require a minimum of 3 eligible employees.)
As a client of Risty Benefits Inc., the South Dakota Biotech Association members and their employees are eligible for enhanced underwriting (including waiver of pre-existing conditions and guaranteed issue) as well as reduced minimum enrollment for group products.
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Individual Whole Life
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Individual Cancer Assist
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Individual Accident or Group Accident
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Individual Disability or Group Disability
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Individual Critical Illness or Group Critical Illness
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Individual Medical Bridge or Group Medical Bridge
MASA Emergency Air Ambulance
The MASA Emergency Air Ambulance benefit offers comprehensive emergency medical transportation coverage with no deductibles, copays, or dollar limits. Whether you're at home or traveling, MASA ensures that both ground and air ambulance services, including helicopter and fixed-wing transport, are fully covered across the U.S. and Canada. For instance, if you’re hospitalized far from home and require an airlift to a specialized facility, MASA handles the costly transport without leaving you with surprise expenses.
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