Thank you for supporting the Solano County Biotech Innovation Summit!

RepresentEd Leadership empowers emerging professionals to pursue and thrive in opportunities that may often feel out of reach. We provide access to the knowledge, resources, and networks that illuminate new pathways and accelerate career growth.

In partnership with the Solano County Workforce Development Board, RepresentEd is launching a two-day Biotech Innovation Summit on October 23-24, 2025. This event is designed to introduce emerging professionals in the Solano County region to the biotech industry through hands-on learning, mentorship, and career-building opportunities.

With the support of donors like you, we can provide a free and accessible experience that removes barriers to industry entry, fosters new connections, and equips participants with the skills and knowledge needed for success.

Our goal is to raise $15,000!

$5,000 for meals · $5,000 for transportation subsidies · $2,500 for supplies and materials · $2,500 for facility costs. Any funds we are able to raise beyond $15,000 will be put towards honorariums for guest speakers and facilitators.

Every contribution makes a meaningful impact. Donate today and help shape the future of biotech innovation in Solano County!

About RepresentEd

Founded in 2017 at Stiles Hall, UC Berkeley, to connect non-traditional professionals with career opportunities. In 2021, we expanded our network to develop programs that connect students and corporations. And in 2022, we expanded our reach to Oakland to enhance community impact.

Our goal is to bridge the gap for non-traditional students to incredible careers and organizations, by providing essential skills, mentorship, and access to networks for long-term economic mobility.

Our programming offers leadership training, industry-specific skills, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. By partnering strategically with employers, we foster financial empowerment and career readiness in communities where systemic barriers limit opportunities.

Why Your Support Matters

Since launching in 2017, we’ve grown from a local initiative into a robust program serving hundreds of talented, non-traditional professionals each year. While our programming has expanded, our commitment to increasing access and opportunity has remained constant.

Here’s a look at the impact your support makes possible:

Over 4,000 associates supported through skill-building, mentorship, and career exposure
85% of our participants secure internships or full-time roles within two years
Trusted partnerships with Kaiser Permanente, IDEO, UC Berkeley, and more
A continued focus on individuals often overlooked by traditional pathways—70% of our associates are first-generation college students and/or Pell Grant recipients

Every donation strengthens our ability to deliver high-impact programming and long-term support for early-career professionals working toward economic mobility.

Join us in expanding access to opportunity—one future at a time.

RepresentEd Leadership, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 83-3667030

Solano County BioTech Innovation Summit