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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Elizabeth Chabe, the founder of High Touch Group (HTG) and an expert in science marketing with a distinguished background spanning research universities, national labs, and technology transfer offices. Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience in guiding researchers through technology commercialization and providing data-driven marketing strategies for life sciences and diagnostics companies, and is also the author of "The Giant's Ladder: The Science Professional's Blueprint for Marketing Success."

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:29 Meet Elizabeth Chabe: Entrepreneurial Journey
01:12 Early Business Ventures and Education
03:59 Transition to Life Sciences and Marketing
06:41 Challenges and Insights from Academia
11:39 Founding High Touch Group
14:55 High Touch Group Services and Success Metrics
19:34 The Giants Ladder: A Book for Founders
23:10 Commercializing Innovations: Strategies and Pitfalls
23:56 Challenges in Creating Market Demand
25:26 Common Pitfalls in Product Development
25:56 Importance of Audience Research
27:05 Y Combinator's Critique on Entrepreneurial Approaches
27:47 The Role of Multi-Skilled Teams in Marketing
29:55 Successful Marketing Campaigns
34:32 Innovative Trends in Life Sciences Marketing
38:00 Leadership Advice and Team Collaboration
42:54 Concerns About Federal Funding Cuts
46:33 Excitement for Future Diagnostic Products

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SonarMD CEO Beth Houck has more than 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry. Before joining SonarMD, she led customer experience for SA Ignite, a cloud-based healthcare technology company helping provider organizations manage performance and compliance with their MACRA initiatives.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:35 Meet Beth Houck: CEO of SonarMD
01:01 Beth's Journey to Life Sciences
02:55 Becoming the CEO of SonarMD
04:59 Leadership Insights and Strategy
10:04 The Value of an MBA in Health Services
15:56 Introduction to SonarMD
21:04 How SonarMD Improves Healthcare Outcomes
24:29 The Future of Healthcare Technology
27:56 Predictive Analytics in Healthcare
28:17 Leveraging Claims Data for Predictive Analytics
30:05 The Role of Data and Analytics in Healthcare
32:30 Challenges in Actuarial Science and Team Management
37:39 Future Goals and Expansion Plans for SonarMD
41:02 Leadership Insights and Personal Inspirations
50:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Thomas Ruggia, the President and CEO of Samsara Vision, a specialty medical device company focused on developing innovative implantable ophthalmic technologies to improve vision for individuals with untreatable retinal disorders. With extensive experience in ophthalmology from his previous roles at Johnson & Johnson and Alcon, Thomas brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to Samsara Vision's mission of rejuvenating eyesight and helping people reconnect with the world around them.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet Thomas Ruggia: CEO of Samsara Vision
01:38 Thomas Ruggia's Journey into the Medical Device Industry
03:14 Career Highlights: Alcon and Johnson & Johnson
11:49 Samsara Vision's Flagship Product: Seeing IMT
17:31 Future of Ophthalmic Devices and Treatments
27:26 Personal Insights and Leadership Advice
31:08 Global Perspective and Concerns
34:46 Excitement for Future Technologies
40:19 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is David Yourgrau, a seasoned technology and workforce development professional with 15 years of experience. David is the Cofounder and COO of Stack Education, bringing his extensive expertise to help shape innovative solutions in the education and technology sectors.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet David, Co-Founder and COO of Stack Education
01:02 David's Journey into Technology and Education
03:33 The Birth of Stack Education
06:05 Challenges and Pivots in Stack Education's Journey
08:21 Innovations in Clinical Research Training
11:45 Future Directions and Personal Reflections
21:38 Current Challenges and Workforce Planning
23:31 Workforce Development and AI Tools
25:49 AI in Digital Marketing
31:20 Leadership and Accountability
33:51 Inspiration and Values
36:56 Concerns About AI and Fraud
45:57 Excitement for the Future of AI
47:32 Conclusion and Farewell

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Justin Goodarz, Chief Commercial Officer at Verified Clinical Trials. With extensive experience in strategic partnerships and eClinical technology across leading industry companies, Justin brings a wealth of expertise in enhancing patient recruitment and site centricity to our conversation.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:45 Meet Justin Goodarz: Chief Commercial Officer at Verified Clinical Trials
01:07 Justin's Journey into Life Sciences
03:23 Career Highlights and Experiences
06:55 Challenges and Innovations at Verified Clinical Trials
11:50 Mission and Objectives of Verified Clinical Trials
19:56 Leadership Advice and Personal Insights
28:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Amy Pooler, Senior Vice President of Research and Development at Life Edit Therapeutics. With over 20 years of scientific leadership experience in genetic medicine, neuroscience, and drug development, Dr. Pooler brings a wealth of expertise from her impressive career spanning roles at Sangamo Therapeutics, the University of Oxford, and Harvard Medical School.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Guest Introduction: Amy Pooler
01:06 Amy's Journey into Life Sciences
02:10 Early Career and Influences
04:49 Leadership Roles and Challenges
09:44 Joining Life Edit Therapeutics
11:30 The Future of Genomic Medicine
13:15 Role and Responsibilities at Life Edit Therapeutics
19:10 Partnerships and Collaborations
26:27 Leadership Insights and Advice
33:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Divya Vijay Pratheek, a seasoned biotechnology leader with over a decade of experience in product and commercial strategy. With a remarkable background spanning roles at QIAGEN, Automata, and Congenica, Divya brings a wealth of expertise in managing global product portfolios and driving innovation at the intersection of biotechnology and product development.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:43 Meet Divya Vijay Pratheek: Biotechnology Leader
01:18 Divya's Journey into Life Sciences
01:54 Early Career and Transition to Marketing
03:29 Experience at Accenture and Moving to Germany
05:32 Joining QIAGEN and Career Growth
09:00 Challenges and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
13:39 Transition to Startups and Learning Adaptability
19:47 Significant Projects and Accomplishments
22:29 Communicating Complex Biotechnology Concepts
29:44 Current Focus and Understanding Product Management
30:22 A Funny Story About Product Management
30:51 Defining Product Management
31:24 Product Development and Market Fit
32:42 Challenges in Product Management
35:29 Balancing Tech and Sales
41:51 The Future of Biotechnology
48:46 Advice for Aspiring Biotech Professionals
53:58 Inspiration and Concerns
58:02 Closing Thoughts and Farewell

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Hari Kiran Chereddi, a Managing Director at HRV Global Life Sciences and CEO of New Horizon Global Pharma, who has been recognized on the Forbes Global CEO list and has transformed multiple industries through innovative business strategies. With a remarkable background in energy, pharmaceuticals, and entrepreneurship, Hari brings a wealth of experience in market expansion, technology transfer, and creating value in complex global markets.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:42 Meet Hari Kiran Chereddi: A Transformative Leader
01:26 Hari's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship
04:34 Scaling and Operational Efficiency Insights
07:11 Strategic Business Questions and Insights
13:30 Career Shifts and Challenges
17:06 Role and Mission of HRV Global and New Horizon
21:38 Innovation in Life Sciences
26:10 Global Market Expansion Strategies
29:25 Angel Investing and Mentorship
33:40 Personal Insights and Leadership Advice
40:34 Conclusion and Farewell