GPA Academic & Clinical Membership

Step Into GPA’s Academic & Clinical Community

A self-serve way for clinicians and researchers to get involved with the supplement & raw-ingredient industry.

Become part of the GPA community, aligned with our mission of stewarding the responsible growth of the prebiotic category. As an academic or clinician, you can connect with brands and ingredient companies, share your expertise on real projects, and build relationships that expand your impact—without heavy administration.

Who This Is For:

Clinicians and researchers who want to grow their network and engage with the broader supplement industry

Early–mid career professionals seeking visibility and hands-on experience

Experienced practitioners and researchers open to mentoring or advising on short, well-scoped projects

What You’ll Get:

Collaboration Requests:

 Companies post short RFIs. You raise your hand; companies choose whom to engage and then connect directly via DM (expressing interest is not a guarantee).

Mentorship:

Opt-in, self-matching guidance—often including helpful introductions.

Speakers:

Post a Speaker Interest Card to be considered for member meetings, webinars, and panels.

How It Works:

Join and pay via PayPal

Watch for our welcome email (with a short portal overview video)

Complete your profile (Role, Specialty, Languages, Region/Time zone; optional License/NPI or ORCID or institutional email)

Turn on notifications (bell → All activity) for Collaboration Requests, Speakers, and Mentorship

Participate: comment 'INTERESTED' on relevant RFIs, post your Speaker card, or open a mentorship request/offer

Examples Of How Companies May Engage You:

Medical Accuracy Review:

Tighten language and add citations for slides or web copy.

Endpoint Picker (Small Pilot):

Suggest appropriate outcomes/biomarkers and timing.

Protocol Practicality Check:

Advise on real-world feasibility (e.g., SIBO/IBS programs).

Eligibility

Academic or clinical professionals and trainees. You’ll be asked for basic profile details; adding License/NPI or ORCID (or an institutional email) is optional but helpful for credibility.

Fill out the form below to start your membership application.

Questions before you join? Email us at info@itcstategy.com

Once submitted, you’ll be redirected to a page with more details, including payment information and next steps.

GPA Academic & Clinical Membership - $75/year