Mark Glickman is the current President & CEO of BioFlorida, a statewide organization dedicated to advancing the life sciences industry. In his role, he directs the company’s overall strategy to enhance Florida’s competitiveness as a top global location for the industry. Under Mark’s leadership, BioFlorida focuses on serving its members, creating a positive business and legislative environment, advancing research commercialization, and collaborating with various sectors to promote scientific progress, support existing companies, launch startups, and attract new business and talent to Florida.

Tara Ann Coleman joined BioFlorida in 2009 and is currently the Chief Operating Officer. In this position, she oversees the general office operations for BioFlorida and provides administrative support to the CEO, staff and Board of Directors. Tara’s skills include reporting, marketing strategy, volunteer management, data analysis and contract management. She is responsible for overseeing the financials and providing analysis to guide the company’s strategic initiatives. Additionally, Tara manages the company’s member discount programs and plays an influential role in organizing and fundraising for statewide conferences, including the Annual Conference and the Celebration of Biotechnology.

Ian Leventhal joined BioFlorida in 2019 and is currently the Senior Vice President of Business Development. In this role, he is responsible for growing BioFlorida’s membership, increasing sponsorship for the organization and developing preferred supplier relationships across the state.

Ian previously served as BioFlorida’s Sponsorship Chairman for five years and was also active in BioFlorida Chapter Leadership committees in Sarasota/Bradenton and Tampa Bay.

Lorrie Albinson is currently the Vice President, Strategy and Marketing.  In her role, Lorrie is responsible for overseeing, developing, and employing strategic initiatives and marketing efforts to achieve long- and short-term organizational goals which will shape the future of BioFlorida.

Lorrie is dedicated to steering our organization towards enduring success by elevating brand awareness, cultivating a dynamic and collaborative environment through cross-functional partnerships, and communicating with influence and purpose.  Her commitment and track record of driving impactful marketing initiatives, a former member of BioFlorida (Palm Beach County chapter), combined with her dynamic communication style, will allow her to bring value to Florida’s thriving life science community.

Jessica Manchette joined BioFlorida in 2024 and is currently the Manager of Programs and Member Services.  In this role, she is responsible for planning and executing programs and events in collaboration with member, community organizations and external partners.

Jessica brings 14 years of nonprofit experience in education and programming to BioFlorida. She also led the College Access Action Team for Future Ready Collier, a collaborative network of over 60 organizations focused on ensuring every young person has a plan for life after high school. She has served as a statewide content leader in college access, developing and training hundreds of volunteers and counselors each year. She is a graduate of Florida Southwestern State College and earned a BS in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida.