Indiana’s Super Cure is a partnership between the Komen Tissue Bank and the 2012 Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee. This joint effort is intended to:

• Raise $1 million to increase the Tissue Bank’s capacity
• Increase the number of tissue donors from diverse populations to better balance the inventory of tissue samples for researchers
• Use the global stage of the Super Bowl to highlight Central Indiana’s commitment to advancing life sciences, medicine and healthcare

As part of Indy’s Super Cure, there will be a Fundraising Gala held on the evening of November 19, 2011 at Conseco Fieldhouse. Miles Printing is a proud sponsor of the Super Cure Program!  Stay tuned for more details on the Gala event!

The 2012 Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee is proud to partner with the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tissue Bank at IU Simon Cancer Center (“Komen Tissue Bank”) to develop Indy’s Super Cure. Indy’s Super Cure initiative capitalizes on Indianapolis’ robust health and life sciences resources to propel the search for a cure. Continuing to make Super Bowl XLVI More Than a Game, Indy’s Super Cure invites you to assist in this fight and make a difference.Indianapolis Can Make a Difference:

• Indianapolis is home to the world’s only known tissue bank (Komen Tissue Bank) that collects healthy breast tissue for cancer study and research.
• Local Resident, Traci Runge, has provided the Komen Tissue Bank with the first specimens of healthy tissue in 2007 and then cancerous tissue in 2010 – this unique collection could be instrumental for researchers in finding the cure for breast cancer.
• Indianapolis is the home of leading edge pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare initiatives as well as renowned physicians in cancer research.
• Indianapolis can add to the NFL and American Cancer Society’s “A Crucial Catch: Annual Screening for Saving Lives” initiative that encourages mammogram testing and is promoted through NFL players wearing “pink gear” during October (Breast Cancer Awareness month).
• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, a leader in the health care industry, has committed to supporting the Komen Tissue Bank with a much needed financial contribution to promote research and awareness in the hopes of discovering new, more effective treatments and eventually a cure. Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s Foundation has donated $100,000 to support the ultimate goals of Indy’s Super Cure.

Indy’s Super Cure Goals:

• Raise awareness about the Komen Tissue Bank
• Increase the diversity of breast tissue donations
• Fundraise for the Komen Tissue Bank to advance breast cancer research

How you can be a part of Indy’s Super Cure:

• Contribute financially to the Komen Tissue Bank
• Donate breast tissue at the Komen Tissue Bank
• Volunteer at the Komen Tissue Bank

Indy’s Super Cure Events:

Leading up to Super Bowl XLVI, Indy’s Super Cure will host a major fundraising dinner on November 19, 2011 with nationally recognized breast cancer advocates. Several tissue donation events will also be organized including during the week leading up to the Super Bowl. Stay tuned for more details.

Indy’s Super Care Partners:

In addition to the Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee and the Komen Tissue Bank, other representatives partnering on Indy’s Super Cure include: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cancer Support Community, Catherine Peachey Fund, Inc., Community Health Network, Indianapolis Chapter of National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Indianapolis Colts, IU Health and IU School of Medicine, Miles Printing Corporation, National Football League, St. Vincent Health, Susan G. Komen for the Cure® (Central Indiana Affiliate), and the Women’s Fund of Central Indiana.

Breast Cancer Facts:

• Every 13 minutes a woman’s life is taken from this disease
• 1 in 8 women will get breast cancer
• Breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women between the ages of 15 and 54

To learn more, visit the Komen Tissue Bank Website.

Indiana Life Sciences Collaboration Series - The “Consumerization” of Medical Product Marketing

The first conference in the series is quickly approaching!  The conference takes place on September 23, 2011 at Indianapolis- IU School of Medicine, Walther Hall (Research Building III) Auditorium.

Overview

Even as healthcare policy reform debates continue, seismic shifts in how life sciences companies interact with consumers have begun occurring. Patients are more involved in their own care path than ever before, relying on direct to consumer advertising, the Internet and social media for answers long before they ever see a physician. Traditional medical technology and life science products seem to be converging with consumer electronics, IT, and telecommunications devices that consumers already own. Medical devices are now expected to connect to smartphones and home wireless hubs, while drug companies provide smartphone apps and intelligent pill bottles to their patients to help improve patient medication adherence.

What do these changes mean for life sciences companies? How should products be marketed when marketing is becoming interactive? Are patients able to make risk-informed decisions? What are the regulatory challenges and are the regulators adapting quickly enough? How should companies adapt to a paradigm in which consumers have more influence and control over the products used in their care? Keynote speakers and panelists will explore these questions and engage participants in a wide-ranging discussion of where these trends could lead.

Speakers and Panelists Include:

• Anthony Delli Colli, Vice President of Marketing, Elbrys Networks
• Dena Cox, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing and Faculty Fellow,Indiana University, Kelley School of Business – Indianapolis
• Anthony D. Cox, Ph.D., Professor of Marketing and Faculty Fellow Indiana University, Kelley School of Business – Indianapolis
• Jeff Donnell, President, NoMoreClipboard.com
• Dorothy E. Kelly Gemmell, Senior Vice President, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Markets, WebMD
• Meredith Ressi, President, Manhattan Research
• Todd Rowland MD, Member, Technology Advisory Group, AMA & Executive Director HealthLINC
• Andi Heslin-Smiley, President, VMS:A BioMarketing Company
• David S. Williams III, Chief Marketing Officer, Patients Like Me
• Doug Wilson, Senior Director, Cymbalta Consumer Marketing, Eli Lilly and Company Charlie Young, Chief Marketing Officer, Zimmer
• Lyndsay Younce, Consultant Global Customer Engagement, Eli Lilly and Company

Click here for the agenda and more details!

Each year, Kelly School of Business’ Center for the Business of Life Sciences (CBLS) presents its Indiana Life Sciences Collaboration Conference Series, which provides a forum for various players in healthcare and life sciences to consider, discuss, and debate key business strategy issues. The forum brings together key players from industry, academia, government, and economic development communities.

Here is the full schedule for the 2011-12 Conference

2011-2012 Conference Schedule

 1.       The Shift in Consumer Power/Awareness in the Marketing of Life Sciences Products September 23, 2011- Indianapolis

 2.       Collaboration/Support/Next Steps for Start-ups – including the IEDC’s new Jumpstart program November 18, 2011- Grace Orthopaedic Center – Warsaw

 3.       The Confluence of Diagnostics and Therapeutics February 24, 2012- Barnes & Thornburg LLP, Indianapolis

 4.       The Evolution of Integrated Healthcare and its Ramifications May 11, 2012- Cook Group Headquarters, Bloomington

The Life Science Luncheon Series presented by the Indiana Health Industry Forum (IHIF) and hosted by Barnes and Thornburg is

Indiana’s longest running, statewide, monthly networking and discussion series featuring a variety of topics of relevance to the health science business community. This months discussion topic is “Using Social Media to Grow a Health Science Business”.  The event is Tuesday, July 19th 11 am -1:30 pm downtown Indianapolis at Barnes and Thornburg.Many small companies shy away from social media for fear of the time commitment, sharing too much information, or lack of a coherent marketing plan but integrating a social media strategy into your business plan is a key part of current business success.  Please join us for a panel discussion focused on the do’s and don’ts of social media for small businesses where we will explore practical applications and uses for these tools.  Event Speakers Include: Doug Karr, CEO, DK New Media and author of “Corporate Blogging for Dummies”  Jeb Banner, CEO, Smallbox Daniel Herndon, CEO, redwall LIVE Jim Bartek, Director, Purdue Technology Center of Indianapolis

Click here to register for the event!

Miles Printing is the official print sponsor of the Indiana Health Industry Forum (IHIF) Midwest Conference.

The mission of the IHIF is to position Indiana as a premier state for the creation and growth of health and life science enterprises. Some of the life sciences included in this conference are: medical device development and manufacturing, pharmaceutical and biotech, health service companies, hospitals and clinical research organizations, universities, and health IT companies.

The 2011 Midwest Healthcare Supply Chain Conference will be held May 18^th and 19^th at several Indianapolis locations, and will bring together life science professionals from diverse backgrounds. Miles Printing is a printing partner for the conference, providing printed invitations, programs and other event materials for the conference.

Now in it’s third year, the 2011 Midwest Healthcare Supply Chain Conference is increasingly recognized for it’s excellence in peer-to-peer networking and outstanding content.

Last year, the conference attracted over 200 participants and over 30% growth in audience and sponsor participation over the previous year. The conference provides a forum for creating success and working through legal and scientific challenges for many types of life science healthcare organizations. The two-day program includes keynote presentations, case studies and round table discussions. Presentations from manufacturers, healthcare providers, academicians, regulators and service providers will offer information to the delegates in large and small group settings.

As a part of our continued support of Indiana life sciences, Miles Printing is proud to be a sponsor of the 2010-2011 Indiana Life Sciences Collaboration conference.

This series, organized by the Kelley School of Business Center for Business of Life Sciences (CBLS), is always well attended by local life science followers.

The most recent conference of the Collaboration Series was on February 25, 2011. Held at Barnes & Thornburg, LLC, in downtown Indianapolis, the conference was titled “An Update on Regulatory Compliance.”

Attendees heard about recent changes in how the FDA performs in its role due to new government leadership, regulation and legislation. Strategies for the future included looking at increased regulatory scrutiny, liability issues, and subsequent delays in the availability of new products.

The day long event began with breakfast networking and continued through the afternoon with a series of renowned speakers from universities, government, life science organizations, pharmaceutical companies, and leading doctors. Panel discussion focused on new product reviews and approvals.

Miles Printing is honored to be a part of this vital series and the Indiana life sciences industry. To find out about future conferences in this series, click here. Special reduced student fees are available.

Frameworx is the name of an exciting new conference series developed by BioCrossroads. The series will consist of five sessions throughout the year. Not only will experts provide their views and information during the conference series, but they will be set up in a conversation format, with specific, educational, timely topics relevant to different parts of the life sciences sector.

Sessions will run from 8:30-10 am, specifically designed to accommodate busy professionals.  And in an effort to have the subject matter live on beyond the day’s session, there will be brief reports published from each Frameworx meeting that capture the highlights of that session. Miles Printing will be printing these reports as well as signage at each event.

Frameworx’ kick-off session was held on February 8^th and titled, “Indiana’s Life Sciences Innovation Engine: Full Steam Ahead?” Held at D’Amore on the 48^th floor of the Chase Building in downtown Indianapolis, the keynote was provided by Dr. Jan Lundberg, Executive Vice President for Science and Technology, Eli Lilly and Company, and President of Lilly Research Laboratories.

In keeping with Framworx’ format, Dr. Lundberg’s presentation was followed by a panel discussion with experts from Indiana corporations and universities, moderated by David Johnson, President and CEO of BioCrossroads.

The next Frameworx conference is scheduled for Tuesday, March 22, 2011.  The title is “Pathways to Partnerships: Roche Acquisition of Marcadia Biotech.” The keynote address will be provided by Fritz French and Kent Hawryluk of Marcadia Biotech.

The exclusive printing sponsor of the series, Miles Printing is pleased to continue its support of the Indiana Life Sciences sector.

The health and life science industry is thriving in Indiana, thanks in part to IHIF (Indiana Health Industry Forum.)  The Forum, a non-profit organization, exists to connect Indiana health industry stakeholders with business networks, to advocate for member interests, develop workforce skills, and provide strategic vision to help grow the state’s health industry economy and reputation. Miles Printing is proud to be an active supporter of this vibrant, forward-thinking organization.

Miles is pleased to support IHIF and life sciences in Indiana by providing printed materials for the March 9^th annual meeting at University Place Conference Center. The meeting features a keynote by John Fernandez, Assistant Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce and Economic Development Administration for President Obama.

Mr. Fernandez’s topic will be “Innovation Policy in the Obama Administration,” and will be followed by an IHIF board member panel discussion and a networking discussion. As the Administrator of the EDA, Fernandez is charged with leading the federal economic development agenda by promoting innovation and competitiveness, preparing American regions for growth and success in the global economy.

Besides his reputation as a strategic thinker, creative problem solver and effective manager, Fernandez has strong Indiana roots. A first generation American, Fernandez received his law degree from Indiana University as well as a Master of Public Affairs degree and his B.S. from the IU School of Public and Environment Affairs. He served as Bloomington’s mayor from 1996 to 2003, working with business and Indiana University leaders to launch Bloomington’s Life Sciences Partnership, creating more than 3,700 jobs. He also developed an aggressive downtown revitalization plan resulting in more than $100 million in new investments.

The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association (HBA) helps women in the healthcare industry advance their personal and career goals through insightful programming, networking, and access to healthcare resources. Miles Printing is an active member of the Indiana Chapter, founded in October 2003, and already one hundred members strong.

The last several years have been particularly notable for the HBA Indiana Chapter, hosting a number of high quality programs including a Leadership Conference, forming an Executive Advisory Council to provide strategic guidance to the local Board of Directors, and launching a members-only Mentoring Pilot Program to match up-and-coming healthcare professionals with seasoned industry executives. Perhaps most importantly, the chapter recently celebrated a significant milestone by welcoming its 100^th member to the ranks.

Indiana is noted for fostering life science initiatives, healthcare and science-related technologies, and the HBA Indiana Chapter looks forward to continuing to deliver value to its members and the local healthcare community in the years ahead. Miles Printing is pleased to be a part of this forward-thinking organization, and welcomes the opportunity to provide help and support toward the many healthcare education resources that HBA provides.

Miles POP was pleased to provide all signage & printed material for the Indiana Life Sciences Conference

Late this year, Cook Medical World Headquarters in Bloomington held the Indiana Life Sciences Collaboration Conference Series. Because Miles POP enjoys taking on leadership roles in events that recognize our state’s important contributions in science (as well as other industries), Miles POP became a sponsor of the Series working in conjunction with IU Kelley School of Business -Center for the Business of Life Sciences. We proudly provided both printed materials and signage throughout the conference.

The theme for the program was “Life Sciences Human Capital.” Participants from key Indiana health-related businesses, educators and legislators shared information about the state’s life sciences human capital base and learned about the importance and growth of the life sciences industry in our state, including:

• Indiana’s role in developing health information technology
• Updates on regulatory compliance
• What Healthcare reform means to Indiana business and life sciences
• How Indiana can respond and adapt to the changing life science industry

The life sciences industry is an important and growing part of our state’s future, and as a certified minority owned and woman-owned commercial printer, Miles POP is pleased to play a part in supporting the future of these invaluable programs.