Our panel of industry leaders offer their expertise, insights, suggestions and action steps to grow and retain a solid workforce within the technical, scientific and commercial areas nationally and globally. This discussion will support the premise that salient issues have to be addressed to build a robust and diverse workforce. Discussion will include turnover/retention, proficiency (including bioethics), team synergies, physician/scientist recruitment, increased emphasis on combined degrees, awareness of professional opportunities, careers beyond the lab and changing talent requirements.

• Identify key issues and solutions for workforce development/growth
• Expand the definition of what is meant by "biotech workforce"
• Learn strategies to address changing global talent requirements and future global workforce needs