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BayBio 2009 Pantheon Awards Ceremony

Each year BayBio recognizes achievement and honors excellence in the life sciences industry in Northern California, as it brings together Northern California’s life sciences industry leaders.

The Pantheon Awards Ceremony is a celebration of the contributions and achievements of the Bay Area, a moment in time to pause and reflect on the industry's legacy over three decades.

The 2009 DiNA Awards (Northern California's life science Oscar) will be presented to the industry executives and stakeholders who played a key role in life science advancements in Northern California throughout the year.

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009, 6:30pm - 9:30pm,
Where: The Westin St. Francis Hotel, San Francisco, CA

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Healthcare Businesswomens Association Leadership Conference 2009

Healthcare Businesswomens Association
Limitless Leadership: Bridging Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond
November 18 to 20, 2009
Westin St. Francis, San Francisco, California

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Biotech on a Roll

 "Biotech continued its steady improvement during the third quarter" reported Burrill and Company in its October 1st Press Release.  And it's not just biotech's "blue chip" companies says Burrill - there were a number of notable 'gainers' this last quarter.
 
While many believe 'the worst might be over', the general word is that investors remain cautious and companies need to be prepared for the effects of the recession to linger.
 
Translated to the people side of business, this means that although hiring and salary freezes may have been reversed, travel and training budgets, for example, remain limited. 

Performance Management Clinic: October 14, 2009 (members only)

In an environment that stresses cost-cutting, productivity and innovation performance management is an important challenge for most companies particularly when it comes to distinguishing and rewarding performance. As a service to BOLD members, we are offering an informal Performance Management Clinic where we will explore the following questions:

• What are the best practices for conducting effective performance evaluations?
• Are there strategies for ensuring accurate and consistent performance ratings?
• What is the typical meeting agenda and process of performance calibration meetings?