About BioNTX

BioNTX is the bioscience and healthcare innovation trade organization in North Texas, an affiliate of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization in Washington, DC. We are the bridge between businesses and job opportunities, providing direct cost savings services, networking events, and educational programming to the bioscience and healthcare innovation community in North Texas.

We connect organizations and leaders to advance life sciences innovation and strengthen North Texas’ healthcare ecosystem through collaboration and advocacy.

Our Mission

We work to build a strong bioscience and healthcare innovation community through collaborative peer to peer networking events, educational programming, supporting companies with a purchasing consortium and by being the voice and champion for the North Texas biosciences and healthcare innovation community.

  • Collaborative Networking — Bringing together leaders, researchers, and organizations through meaningful connections and events.
  • Education & Resources — Providing programs and cost-saving initiatives that support growth and innovation.
  • Advocacy & Leadership — Serving as a unified voice to advance the North Texas bioscience and healthcare community.

Our Vision

We envision a bioscience and healthcare innovation community in North Texas that is the home of start-ups and nationally recognized companies, and that is positioned to attract additional industry growth. 

  • A Hub for Innovation — Establishing North Texas as a home for startups and emerging life sciences companies.
  • National Recognition — Building a region known for excellence in bioscience and healthcare innovation.
  • Sustained Growth — Attracting new companies, investment, and opportunities to strengthen the ecosystem.

How We Support Our Members

We create opportunities for connection and visibility through events, webinars, and signature programs like the iC³ Life Sciences Summit. These gatherings bring together researchers, industry leaders, and innovators to share insights and build meaningful partnerships.

We also provide ongoing engagement through newsletters, event updates, and a member job board—offering platforms to exchange resources, highlight opportunities, and strengthen collaboration across the North Texas life sciences community.

Our Valued Sponsors

Meet Our Team

BioNTX Staff

Gina Ford, DPH, MBA

Chief Executive Officer
BioNTX

Eric Moore

Chief Communications Officer
BioNTX

Jacqueline Ho, MS

Manager of Events & Operations
BioNTX

Board of Directors

Jon Weidanz, PhD, MPH

Senior VP for Research
UT Arlington

Jorge Varela

Managing Director
Altus Vista

Maxwell Lea, MBA

Managing Director
DFB Pharmaceuticals

Milton De La Paz

VP Airline Relations & Cargo Business Development
DFW Airport

David Foster, JD, PhD

CEO
Island Pharmaceuticals

Arthur Clapp, MBA

CEO
Nuvothera

Kristin Lonergan, CIC

CEO
Champions Insurance

Tom Fagley

Life Science Partner
EisnerAmper

Jason Wietjes, JD

Shareholder
Polsinelli