Gov. Nathan Deal announced late Thursday morning that a health IT company – BioIQ – will invest more than $5 million in Cobb County and create 500 jobs by locating its new headquarters in Cobb County. The new jobs will include positions in technology, sales and operations.
“BioIQ has significant reach across the nation and has proven itself to be a leader in health care innovation,” Deal said in a statement. “By locating its headquarters in Cobb County, BioIQ will join Georgia’s thriving technology innovation sector and enjoy the benefits of our deep talent pool.”
BioIQ simplifies health testing and immunization programs for health plans, employers and government organizations. The company says its platform provides a single-source solution to drive health plan quality, cost savings and value-based care initiatives. It also connects national laboratories, diagnostics companies, digital health solutions and other stakeholders through underlying engagement, analytics and interoperability technology.
“We selected Atlanta as BioIQ’s headquarters because of the city’s exceptional talent pool, forward-thinking business community, and convenient access to our growing client base,” said BioIQ CEO Justin Bellante. “Our Cobb County headquarters is a reflection of BioIQ’s investment in its employees and commitment to bringing together talent, technology and innovation to achieve our mission of positively impacting 100 million lives.”
BioIQ says it works with more than 35 leading health plans, including seven of the nation’s ten largest health plans.
Sharon Mason, president and CEO of the Cobb Chamber, said BioIQ’s decision to relocate its global corporate headquarters in Cobb was driven in part by an effort to establish a pipeline of skilled workers ready to meet the needs of today’s industry leaders.
“BioIQ is laying a foundation to improve the future of healthcare, and I’m glad they chose to do it right here in Georgia,” added GDEcD Commissioner Pat Wilson.
