Thursday, June 9, 2022 l Hilton East Brunswick, East Brunswick, NJ

Networking Reception & Dinner Program: 4:45 p.m.-8:30 p.m. 

Dessert Reception: 8:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Join us on June 9, 2022 for BioNJ's Annual Dinner Meeting & Innovation Celebration where Dr. Sol J. Barer will present the Honorable Judith M. Persichilli with the 2022 Dr. Sol J. Barer Award for Vision, Innovation and Leadership. 

Named for Dr. Sol J. Barer, Founder and former Chairman and CEO of Celgene Corporation and former BioNJ Chairman, the Dr. Sol J. Barer Award for Vision, Innovation and Leadership recognizes outstanding research and business leaders who have made significant contributions to the growth and prosperity of the life sciences industry in New Jersey as well as the health and wellness of the residents of the Garden State.

"We are elated to honor Ms. Persichilli with the 2022 Dr. Sol J. Barer Award for Vision, Innovation and Leadership for her tireless work on behalf of Patients, leading the State’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic and improving New Jersey’s health care system," said BioNJ President and CEO Debbie Hart. "Ms. Persichilli has proven time and time again her commitment to the residents of New Jersey by diligently working to protect our communities from the spread of the coronavirus, while enhancing the overall health of New Jerseyans with her pledge to improve maternal health, morbidity and mortality.”

Register now and plan to join us for an inspirational evening featuring the acclaimed Innovator Awards, the presentation of the Heart of BioNJ Awards and plenty of networking over a cocktail reception, dinner program and dessert reception! Registration for BioNJ Members is $475. Future Member pricing is $525.

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors

Contact Kim Minton at KMinton@BioNJ.org to learn about Sponsorship opportunities, reserve a table and to place your organization in the spotlight. 

*BioNJ’s intention, at this time, is to be in person for BioNJ’s 2022 Annual Dinner Meeting and Innovation Celebration. All attendees are required to show proof of vaccination to enter the event and wear a mask when not eating or drinking. BioNJ will update these protocols, as appropriate, subject to any new CDC guidance, in compliance with local/state/federal guidance and any applicable requirements by the venue. Should BioNJ be required to reduce crowd size, we will allocate seating on a first-registered, first-served basis.