What People Are Saying About AllThingsLifeSciences 2009

Our Alumnae:

"A life-changing experience in all respects! I hope there is a congressional medal of honor at some point, because that's what everyone at Springboard deserves. Thank you to the entire team for the wonderful experience. I'm really looking forward to the future with all of you."
Susan Catalano, Cognition Therapeutics

"Again, thank you SO much for the wonderful and extraordinarily impressive and helpful program. I benefited greatly from your efforts already – and that’s even before getting any funding! What an incredible program you’ve built! I am so pleased to be lucky enough to take part in Springboard as a presenter this year – and, hopefully, in subsequent years, as an involved supporter."
Cynthia Lander, Moerae Matrix, Inc.

"Thank you so much for this opportunity and the wonderful days in Washington DC. I am truly honored to be a part of such an inspiring organization. To be in a room with you, your team, and all of these inspiring woman is something I will always treasure. The entrepreneurial, passionate spirit of the group was so invigorating!"
Maria E. Bennett, SPR Therapeutics, LLC

"The entire experience: the incredible women, the planning, the events, the insights, the learning, the connections, the receptions, the fun and sharing, the synergy and juice that flowed around the room, all of it was a highlight of my life. Your vision of how to bring women together to share and brainstorm, to help each other, is unique. Nowhere in the entire world does this happen, I am sure."
Kathy Callender, PharmaJet

"And you really know how to stage an event! It was wonderful, and many congratulations on making it through the first [venture forum in the road show]. Two to go, and I'm looking forward to both. Thanks for always being my cheerleader. Appreciated more than you can know."
Carol Nacy, Sequella

"Springboard has been one of the best experiences of my life."
Deborah Mash, Ibogen, Inc.

"Thank you a million times! Words cannot express what a great experience this has been! I am grateful to all of you for your help, guidance and patience! I am proud to be a Springboard alumnae and look forward to the future with all of you!"
Michelle White, Michelle’s Miracle, Inc.

"I wanted to thank all of you for your help with the organization, coaching and…introductions for the Palo Alto and New York Springboard presentations. DesignMedix benefited from all of the effort. There is no doubt that all of the coaching and suggestions helped to make better presentations. I also greatly appreciate the ongoing contacts and information. Thanks for your willingness to spend time."
Lynnor Stevenson, Design Medix

"Thank you so much for a really wonderful experience for Semprae at Springboard. From the get go, you have been amazingly supportive as we move through this exciting, challenging process of building a successful business."
Rachel Braun Scherl, Semprae Laboratories, Inc.

Our Partners and Affiliates:

"I wanted to thank you for a fantastic day, meeting your impressive "graduates" and "students" and attending the White House briefing."
Stefanie Shelly, Capital One Bank

"Words do not adequately describe what a fantastic , talented and brilliant group Springboard has assembled ! I am so impressed and honored to have been in such great company! I will call you next week but in the meantime please accept this message of appreciation and thanks!"
Michael Murdoch, Aon Corporation

"I enjoyed being part of the Springboard boot camp today with all of your accomplished alumnae, inspiring new members and experienced advisors. Thanks for inviting me to participate!"
Elaine Jones, Pfizer, Inc.

"I wanted to let you know that Pete Farner of TGap venture capital was absolutely raving about the professionalism and quality of the presentations/deals at the conference in Madison. I’ve actually never heard him be so effusive. CONGRATULATIONS and very well deserved!!!!!"
Linda Hall Keller, Carlson School of Business, U of M

"What a fabulous forum! Thank you… for your leadership to place Springboard at the heart of innovation in Palo Alto."
Carol Nichols, Circle C Ventures

"Thank YOU for making our participation in Springboard so incredible! We really enjoyed every moment of it and look forward to staying in touch and participating again!"
Camille DeSantis and Maria Casini, Guard Dog Brand Development