Public Policy

CONNECT is a well-respected leader in shaping public policy on behalf of the region’s innovation economy.  CONNECT gives innovators a voice in the policy arena that is heard at the local, state and federal levels.  

We proactively identify legislative issues that affect life science and high tech entrepreneurs, build coalitions to express the impact of policy changes and serve as advocates on legislative policy.  

CONNECT takes this role seriously and allocates resources to ensure our members and the innovators we serve are apprised of critical policy initiatives.  We hold Public Policy Forums and hold other informative events to educate entrepreneurs and members on important policy matters.

“CONNECT gives innovators a voice in the public policy decision-making process and is an advocate on behalf of early stage companies on issues affecting innovation and entrepreneurship.”

Julia Brown,

Amylin Pharmaceuticals




Program Contact:


Tricia Geringer
Program Coordinator
Public Policy
Email: tgeringer@connect.org
Phone: (858) 964-1352
Fax: (858) 964-1301

Mailing Address
8950 Villa La Jolla Drive
Suite A124
La Jolla, CA 92037

Office Address
CONNECT
8950 Villa La Jolla Drive
Suite A124
La Jolla, CA 92037

Phone: (858) 964-1300
Fax: (858) 964-1301