For Immediate Release: January 8, 2025

Teter Brings Dynamic Leadership to Drive the Growth of Colorado’s Life Sciences Ecosystem

Denver – Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) kicks off 2025 with an exciting addition to its leadership team, welcoming Matt Teter as Vice President of Partnerships. Matt’s appointment reflects CBSA’s All In commitment to advancing Colorado’s vibrant life sciences community and fostering innovation that transforms lives.

Together with the CBSA team and board of directors, he will drive and support strategic initiatives across CBSA’s co-opportunity pillars: Capital + Growth, Policy + Advocacy, Education + Networking, and Workforce Development. With extensive executive-level experience in nonprofit and healthcare leadership, fundraising, organizational development, and policy, Matt brings a proven track record of building beneficial partnerships and driving measurable results for stakeholders.

“CBSA is proud to welcome Matt Teter as Vice President of Partnerships,” said Elyse Blazevich, CBSA President and CEO. “Matt’s collaborative approach, deep expertise in advocacy and stakeholder engagement, and passion for community growth make him the ideal leader to advance CBSA’s mission and solidify Colorado’s position as a hub for health innovation.”

“I was drawn to Colorado because of its vibrant life sciences ecosystem and the state’s exceptional lifestyle and culture,” said Matt Teter, CBSA Vice President of Partnerships. “I am excited to join CBSA and collaborate with our members, sponsors, and stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and champion growth that improves lives.”

Previously, Matt held executive leadership roles at the American Red Cross and Brightpoint Health (now Sun River Health). During his tenure, he exceeded fundraising goals, influenced impactful policy initiatives, and led relief efforts during disaster deployments. His ability to foster collaboration and align diverse stakeholders will strengthen CBSA’s efforts to champion Colorado’s life sciences ecosystem.

Matt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in public policy and administration from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and completed the healthcare executive program at UCLA Anderson School of Management.

About Colorado BioScience Association

Colorado BioScience Association (CBSA) creates co-opportunity for the Colorado life sciences community. CBSA champions a collaborative life sciences ecosystem and advocates for a supportive business climate. From concept to commercialization, member companies and organizations drive global health innovations, products and services that improve and save lives. The association leads Capital and Growth, Education and Networking, Policy and Advocacy, and Workforce Cultivation to make its members stronger, together. Learn more: cobioscience.com

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