What is Member Month?
CASSS is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) professional scientific society comprising over 7,000 industry, academic, and regulatory professionals. Years ago, we started the tradition of recognizing March as Member Month. Throughout the month, we highlight who CASSS is and how we can help you and your career. The theme this year: CASSS' Pillars of 3.
CASSS' Pillars of 3
This year, the theme of Member Month is our version of the Rule of 3, which recognizes patterns of sets of 3. Let's explore CASSS' Pillars of 3.
Structure and Membership
CASSS is a non-profit organization, meaning we are comprised of 3 structural components: leadership, staff, and volunteers. Our community is comprised of professionals throughout the biopharmaceutical field, with 3 main categories: industry, regulatory, and academia. Our membership has since expanded to include 3 more categories: vendors, consultants, and non-governmental organizations/non-profits.
Participating in Meetings
Our meetings bring together professionals for critical discussions to solve technical and regulatory challenges in the field of biopharmaceutical development. These meetings include 3 groups: attendees, program partners and exhibitors, and volunteers. These meetings are organized by 3 groups of volunteers: Scientific Organizing Committee members, speakers, and panelists.
Professional Development
Through our meetings and partnerships, we consistently offer our community 3 types of opportunities to advance your career, at any stage in your career:
- Share your research through an oral or poster presentation, or
- Become a volunteer or mentor, or
- Exclusively for emerging professionals! Apply for Next Generation Investigator (NGI) Awards and the Emerging Leader in the Advancement of Scientific Knowledge Award (ELAA).
30th Anniversary of WCBP
In January 2026, we gathered with 1300+ attendees in Washington D.C. and celebrated the 30th anniversary of WCBP, our annual Symposium that brings together industry, regulatory, and academic professionals to discuss the role of current and emerging CMC analytical technology among evolving US and international regulatory perspectives. Take a look at the past 30 years of this meeting through this video.
Three Words to Describe CASSS
Throughout Member Month, we will be sharing videos made by members of our community where they share 3 words to describe CASSS. From collaboration and connection, to friendship and empowerment, stay tuned on our LinkedIn to hear them share their perspectives.
Recent CASSS Updates
Here are two recent organizational updates that provide you with an overview of CASSS leadership and our initiatives in 2025:
Opportunities for You
Wondering what CASSS has to offer you? Here are 4 areas that can help you and your career:
Award Opportunities
CASSS' awards and fellowships provide opportunities for scientists and emerging professionals to be recognized and honored for their valuable contributions to the field. Learn more about recent awardees:
- Kathleen Francissen Honored for Service to CASSS Biopharmaceutical Community
- Anthony Ridgway Announced as CASSS Hancock Award Winner for 2026
- CASSS Announces J. Michael Ramsey as the 2025 Recipient of the CE Pharm Award
- Emerging Professional Award Winners!
Volunteer and Present
CASSS grows more energized and better equipped to reach our mission with each volunteer and member. Throughout the year, we have various opportunities available, including being a roundtable scribe or facilitator, presenting an oral abstract or poster, or dedicating your time to a committee.
Note: Opportunities to present an oral abstract or poster can be found on the individual meeting's websites.
Past Meeting Resources
Explore all available past meeting resources, including speaker presentations, roundtable notes, and whitepapers.
Grow Your Network
CASSS is comprised of over 7,000 industry, academic, and regulatory professionals. CASSS provides its members with a rich array of knowledge-sharing and networking opportunities through our family of meetings and resources.
Next Steps
Stay connected to CASSS to get Member Month updates and announcements by completing the following:
- Ensure your email is up-to-date through your CASSS profile to receive our weekly CASSS Community News (CCN) email newsletter, or create a free account today.
- Follow us on social media using the links below.