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"Most progress that we have to do, even in science, there's no secret. You just go dig in and then you discover the answer and then it's execution. The problem in a lot of things is not any secret insight. It's really execution." In Part 1 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with Ganymede Founder & CEO, Nathan Clark, a key theme is the power of execution over secret knowledge in business and science. – Learning from his father's entrepreneurial spirit and the lesson that there's no secret to business or home building – you just do it – Overcoming imposter syndrome by focusing on action and learning rather than seeking secret insights – The importance of hard work and persistence in achieving success, regardless of the field – Applying the ethos of execution from finance to biotech, and building a plasmid viewer app to demonstrate his capabilities It's a refreshing look at the straightforward approach to success in both business and science, packed with valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and scientists alike. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

“The science translates into the purpose. So you have to be very explicit with the purpose.” Mark Kotter, CEO of bit.bio, is a founder after my own heart, and in Part 3 of our conversation for The Biotech Startups Podcast, we’re talking through so many of the “you don’t know what you don’t know” items that come with starting a company: – Purpose, culture, and the foundational, practical, functional roles they play in a business (it’s not just feel good fluff) – Understanding what type of company you want to build, and the critical importance of making sure co-founders, partners, and investors are aligned with that vision before you commit – What success looks like in academia vs the private sector – from someone who is actively walking both paths – Building a business around people, learning to leverage your team, and shifting personal focus from science problems to market strategy There’s insights in this episode for any scientific founder, and I can’t wait for you to listen in. Apple Podcasts & Spotify links in the comments below! 👇🏽 #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

“I'm not the master chef in the laboratory, but the science itself is still fascinating [...] Then where do I take that?” The first part of our conversation with Terry Lo, President and CEO of Vizgen is now live on The Biotech Startups Podcast, and he’s sharing his map for transitioning from the lab to industry. From identifying key experiences he needed to choosing his MBA, Terry mapped a very intentional course – and his career has played out “uncannily” similar to how he planned it. In this episode, he’s sharing the key insights he picked up along the way: – The myth of the sales extrovert, why sales is a must-have experience for founders and executives, and the importance of getting that experience under your belt early – The difficulty of differentiating “being smarter” – and collecting the specific skills to stand out to investors and other opportunities (including Business Development) – Avoiding the “jack of all trades, master of none” trap while building a broad toolkit It’s yet another way to tackle the road less traveled. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Darrin's entrepreneurial journey was not a conventional one. Quick Friday afternoon preview clip for Monday's launch of "The Big Experiment" podcast. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple, Amazon or wherever else you get your podcasts. Two launch episodes coming, with Darrin and another great guest I'll reveal tomorrow 😀. Fantastic insights from both into how science morphs into business. Dr Darrin Disley OBE, is an award-winning biotech entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist. The story of how he got there is unexpected and fascinating. #thebigexperiment #science #biotech

Vizgen President and CEO Terry Lo was featured in the latest episode of Excedr's The Biotech Startups Podcast! Listen as host Jon Chee and Terry discuss transitioning from the lab to industry and more in part one of the episode. #SpatialGenomics #Startups #LeadershipInsights

“One of the toughest things in life is to learn who to listen to, and at what point.” That’s a paraphrase of advice from Vinod Khosla, as shared by Ochre Bio CSO and Co-founder, Quin Wills, in the 4th and final installment of our conversation on The Biotech Startups Podcast, while advising you take his own advice with a grain of salt. In this last part of our conversation, Quin shares his experience and insights on: – Having a co-founder relationship that pushes and challenges you (right into a Y Combinator cohort, in Ochre’s case!) – Their strategic approach at each stage of funding, and the importance of data collection and validation along the way – Building innovation into the fabric of an organization, and the critical importance of maintaining focus – especially as a company with many moving parts It’s another don’t-miss episode I know you’re going to love. And of course, no final episode would be complete without a shout out to the village that helps these founders along the way: Quin sends a huge round of thanks to his life partner for having the patience of a saint on this crazy journey; Professor Chris Holmes, his PhD and Post Doctoral Advisor at University of Oxford; and everyone else who’s been patient with him along the way. Apple Podcasts & Spotify links in the comments below! 👇🏽 #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Are you struggling to sell your vision to investors? Take a tip from Varun Bhanot, co-founder of Magic AI: The power of show, don't tell. Varun experienced a game-changing moment when he shifted from merely talking about his product to actively demonstrating its capabilities to investors. After months of facing rejections, a new approach to their pitch changed everything. By 'showing' rather than 'telling,' Varun and his team were able to make investors truly see the potential of their innovation, turning a week of calls into a series of enthusiastic 'yeses.' This is a powerful reminder of how crucial it is to effectively showcase your product's impact, especially when trying to secure investment. A well-crafted demo can be the difference between a 'no' and a 'yes.' Tune into the full episode in Season 4 Episode 14, available wherever you consume your podcasts #InvestorPitching #StartupSuccess #Entrepreneurship"

🎙New episode out now🎙 The 7th episode of the Startup Pass-port podcast series is now available. This series of conversations with innovators is a collaboration between Econsulate & Erasmus Enterprise. 🧠 Neuroscientist and founder of I See U baby care, Chanel Sam is bringing AI to healthcare by developing a monitoring system that counters sleep deprivation in pre-term babies in intensive care. 💤 Sleep is essential for the development all people, but even more so for the fastest growers - infants. In pre-term babies however, sleep is hard to recognise, often resulting in a sleep deficit. This prompted Chanel Sam's jump from research to entrepreneurship. Tune in to hear her entrepreneurial journey: YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gGj98fF4 Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gEmRAgKK Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gRYYwKRb #entrepreneurship #research #neuroscience #healthcare #startup #StartupPassport #Rotterdam #innovation

“Avoid some of the mistakes. I think that would be a good choice.” If you’re an Academic considering the jump to Biotech Founder, Part 3 of The Biotech Startups Podcast conversation with bit.bio CEO, Mark Kotter is a must listen. Mark’s sharing a wealth of experiences to help shortcut the learning curve for any first-time biotech founder: – The conversations you MUST have before bringing in co-founders, partners, or investors, and what happens when you don’t know to ask them – Success in the entrepreneurial world versus academia, and the habits you must leave at the door when starting a company – The ongoing process of culture, mission, and purpose – The enormous amount of guts needed to advocate for your mission, stand up for your purpose, and affect big outcomes It’s another don’t-miss episode for any life sciences founder…. Head over to Apple Podcasts or Spotify for this episode and more stories only a biotech exec can tell! #biotechnology #lifesciences #podcast

Its time for part 3 of this engaging interview with Mark Kotter, our CEO. Today he explores some the important lessons he learned while setting up his first biotech! Click below to access the podcast from Excedr!