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"Always hire people who are smarter than you are. And kind of implicit in that is you have to have the confidence, right? And also, your focus is on what you're trying to get done, not on your personal glory and self." In Part 1 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with Bonum Therapeutics Chief Business Officer, Neela Patel, we explore the importance of humility, confidence, and focusing on the greater goal in leadership and scientific pursuits. In this episode, we cover: – Growing up in an intellectual household and how her father, a physicist at Bell Labs, shaped her leadership style and curiosity for science – The journey from humanities to biology, and how an internship at Genentech sparked her passion for life sciences – Navigating the challenges of graduate school at UCLA, including the importance of grit and determination in research – The value of cross-disciplinary work and the excitement of molecular biology in the early days of the field – Transitioning from academia to industry and the lessons learned along the way It's a fascinating look at the formative experiences that shaped a biotech leader's career trajectory and philosophy. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

"Try to be with the smartest and best people in your generation, and try to be lifted and inspired by them. Always strive to be curious. Don't give up your curiosity. And finally, work on something impactful. Work on something worthwhile as we talked about before. We all have limited time on earth, and so we might as well spend it doing something that's gonna have a major benefit to humankind." In Part 4 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with founder of Verve Therapeutics and Chief Medical Officer at Stoke Therapeutics, Barry Ticho MD, PhD, we explore the importance of continuous learning, curiosity, and pursuing meaningful work that benefits society. In this episode, we cover: – The value of networking and maintaining professional relationships throughout one's career – The challenges and rewards of transitioning from academia to entrepreneurship in the biotech industry – The importance of cross-functional collaboration and versatile leadership in startup environments – Balancing the roles of an introverted leader in an extroverted business world – The journey of taking a biotech company public and the associated challenges and opportunities This episode offers invaluable insights into the biotech industry and personal growth, demonstrating the power of curiosity and purposeful work in shaping a successful career. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

“I was super attracted to math because I really loved going into questions I didn't know exactly how to solve. Figuring out new ways and being creative with solutions.” In Part 1 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with Immunai CEO, Noam Solomon, a big theme is the love for problem-solving and creativity in mathematics. In this episode we talk about: – Noam’s early passion for mathematics and his unique educational journey, starting university at age 14 – The importance of critical thinking and creativity, and how these skills are foundational for both academic and entrepreneurial success – The solitude and resilience required during his PhD studies, and how these experiences prepared him for the challenges of entrepreneurship – Transitioning from academia to the biotech industry, and the realization that making a real-world impact often requires stepping outside of academic circles It’s another fascinating journey into the mind of a biotech leader, packed with insights and valuable lessons. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Hands up if your high school -> college -> job pathway went exactly to plan... 🦄 No? Me neither. One of the things I love about doing "The Big Experiment" podcast is hearing real life stories. Scientist entrepreneurs aren't just a list of degrees and publications and fundraisings, leading up to inevitable triumph 🥂. Most people have a few unplanned bends in the road, and often these apparent set-backs lead to new possibilities for success. In the current episode, Joel Eichmann is admirably candid in sharing his route to founder scientist, which turned out pretty well. You'll also learn about improvements in cell culture, sustainability in labware, and many other areas that Joel and Green Elephant Biotech are leading in. Don't miss this. Download the episode now from your usual channel. All episodes here: https://lnkd.in/ek3cTuDe -------------------------- I’m Mark Davison, CEO of Grant Instruments and host of “The Big Experiment” podcast. Follow me for posts and pods about the amazing people and fascinating business of science and technology. Remember to share, like, review on your chosen podcast platform, and comment below 👇 #science #biotech #sustainability #careers

Part 2 of my conversation with Mike Stadnisky, Managing Director of Thielsen Capital, is now live, and while it is PACKED with actionable advice for early startup founders and those getting ready to make the jump out of academia… I think anyone running a life sciences startup will be nodding along and jotting notes as he dishes out life experience and advice from his journey. Plus – Mike is just a blast to listen to. Some highlights from this episode: – The startup-ready lessons you can learn in the lab as a grad student – Why networking is a non-negotiable, what Mike and I both got wrong about that during our academic careers, and why we each do everything we can to evangelize for it now – What Grad Students and Post Docs need to know about getting into Business Development (it starts with the science) – and a recipe for success in proposal and pitches that anyone in BD can deploy today – The fastest way to learn business as an academic, the decision maker trap, and why your CEO should ALWAYS be in the booth during conference season And so much more. I still can’t believe how much we cover in such a short amount of time. Apple Podcasts & Spotify links in the comments below! 👇🏽 #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

"The go to market motion in something like this, when you're building a category defining thing it’s less about showing the relative features or anything like that, and more just telling the clients, what is this, and what problems does it solve and map to." In Part 4 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with Ganymede Founder & CEO, Nathan Clark, he shares insights on bringing a novel product to market and the importance of clear communication in category-defining innovation. – The challenge of explaining a new category of product and the need for extensive education and clear communication with potential clients – The importance of custom demos in showcasing the full potential and value of Ganymede's platform – How Ganymede's platform evolves from automating data entry to providing valuable insights across multiple connected systems – The critical role of incremental value delivery in maintaining institutional support for long-term digital transformation initiatives – Ganymede's vision for the future, including GXP offerings and leveraging interconnected data for powerful out-of-the-box solutions It's a must-listen episode for anyone interested in the challenges and strategies of bringing innovative biotech solutions to market. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

The 3rd and final part of my conversation with Sherlock Biosciences President, CEO and Director, Bryan Dechairo is now live on The Biotech Startups Podcast, and it’s an incredible look at what it takes to bring consumer health products to market. Some highlights: – What it takes to make the funding work – from articulating the pitch, to the importance of curating support from multiple believers – Leveraging outside experts to help scale the business – because not every role requires (or is best served by) someone with diagnostic experience – Navigating the challenges of bringing consumer products to market, from technological and regulatory limitations, to logistics and supply chain – Using vision, mission, and innovation to attract (and keep) the kind of uber-talented people you need, when you’ve got a best-in-class, first-in-class mandate There’s so much more, I wish we’d had time to double-click on it all. As always, it truly takes a village, especially in the sciences. Here's a quick shoutout to thank the people who positively impacted Bryan's journey, including Richard Brown, John Taylor, Alisoun Carey, Gina Drosos, James Burns, Mark Capone, Paul Meister, David Wall, and to thank them for everything they've taught him along the way! Apple Podcasts & Spotify links in the comments below! 👇🏽 #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Would-be and first-time scientific founders, this one is for you. In Part 2 of my The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with Quin Wills, CSO and Co-founder of Ochre Bio, we’re taking a deep dive into the many tough lessons you learn as a first-time founder. And while there’s no replacement for first-hand experience in so many of these cases…. Knowing where to be paying particular attention for those experiences is a big chunk of the lesson. I so deeply resonate with so many of the lessons and experiences we discussed here… – Why the human element is 90% of running a company (even though the science is ALSO super important) – The pain of finding out product-market fit isn’t guaranteed in the sciences after all – Dealing with rejection, making mistakes, and being ok with the things that are a work in progress (we all have them) This episode is also a really interesting look at the early days of bioinformatics… so pop in your ear buds and queue it up, because we cover a lot of ground in these 25 min! Apple Podcasts & Spotify links in the comments below! 👇🏽 #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Do university professors make good founders of #spinout companies? Some argue they do not. Maria Roche, assistant professor at Harvard Business School, researched the funding and exits of hundreds of biotech spinouts and concluded that if founders were members of faculty, the spinouts were less likely to raise much funding, and students also suffered. Find out more about why this is the case by listening to the latest episode of of Global University Venturing's #BeyondtheBreakthrough podcast. https://lnkd.in/eHNxw6A8

In the global life sciences arena, it's not about language barriers — it's about cultural perspectives on persistence. While some cultures view multiple follow-ups as 'spamming,' success often requires many touchpoints with investors. Join Dennis Ford, founder and CEO of Life Science Nation, as he shares lessons from over 12 years of connecting thousands of investors with startups. 🧬 We discuss the four pillars of life sciences, proven fundraising strategies, cultural dynamics, relationship building, and key takeaways for global success. From proven approaches across continents to tips on international investments, learn why going global isn't just an option — it's essential for your company's survival. Hear this episode at: https://hubs.ly/Q02WY3GF0 And follow the Global Marketing Show on our site or your favorite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode! #LifeScience #MedTech #Culture #GlobalGrowth #Biotech