BioHealth Innovation Inc. (BHI) congratulates the outstanding winners of the 2024 ICON Awards announced by the Maryland Tech Council. These awards recognize the incredible contributions of individuals and companies in the fields of technology and life sciences, highlighting their impact on millions of lives.
AstraZeneca: with a member of our BHI Board of Directors, Tyrell Rivers, Ph.D., has been honored as the Life Science Company of the Year. Their continued dedication to advancing healthcare through groundbreaking research and development is truly commendable.
Nanochon: We are particularly proud of Nanochon and Benjamin Holmes, the recipients of the Chief Executive Officer of the Year—Life Sciences award. Nanochon is a previous winner of our BioHealth Capital Region Crab Trap, and it’s exciting to see their sustained excellence and innovation being recognized on a larger stage.
Solaxa: A special congratulations to Solaxa, who was awarded the Venture Mentoring Services Venture of the Year. We are pleased to note that two members of Solaxa's leadership team, Luis T. Gutierrez, Jr. and Jennifer Butler, are part of the BHI/Montgomery County Executive-In-Residence Program. This recognition underscores their remarkable leadership and commitment to advancing technology and life sciences.
The success of these companies not only highlights their individual achievements but also underscores the strength and collaborative spirit of the BioHealth Capital Region. We are honored to be a part of their journey and look forward to continued innovation and growth within our community.
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