Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Janet Kwiatkowski, a proven executive leader with extensive experience in medical devices and in vitro diagnostic technologies. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:35 Meet Janet Kwiatkowski: Executive Leader in Life Sciences 01:10 Janet's Journey into Life Sciences 03:49 Educational Background and Career Path 04:46 Significant Career Milestones 06:23 Challenges in Leadership Roles 08:13 May Enterpris...
Jun 22, 2025•26 min
Send us a text Daniel Tabb brings over 15 years of experience in the insurance industry, specializing in working with Life Science companies ranging from pre-seed startups to publicly traded corporations. As a leader of the Life Science Practice at Houchens Insurance Group, Daniel possesses a deep understanding of the unique risks and challenges faced by life science companies in today's dynamic environment. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:29 Meet Daniel Tabb: Life Sciences...
Jun 13, 2025•35 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Holley Miller, a category designer and commercial growth expert who helps life sciences companies drive reliable revenue and build market dominance through her innovative strategies at Grey Matter Marketing. With 30 years of experience in global marketing and product management, Holley transforms companies by changing market behaviors and creating category leadership. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast...
Jun 13, 2025•56 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jim Pollock, an experienced technology entrepreneur with a background in electrical engineering from MIT and a track record of successfully launching and exiting multiple startup companies. Jim is currently the CEO and Co-founder of LumenAstra, a pioneering medical technology company developing a non-invasive, wearable sensor that can measure core body temperature with potential life-saving applications in surgical pr...
Jun 06, 2025•41 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jonathan Usuka, a seasoned pharmaceutical industry executive with over 25 years of experience in both scientific and business leadership roles. Dr. Usuka brings a wealth of knowledge from his diverse background, including senior positions at top pharmaceutical companies, strategic roles at McKinsey & Company, and his current role as CEO at Sapient. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:34 Guest Int...
Jun 06, 2025•43 min
Send us a text 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 "...
May 30, 2025•48 min
Send us a text 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 ...
May 30, 2025•52 min
Send us a text 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 rejuvenat...
May 22, 2025•41 min
Send us a text 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 Educat...
May 16, 2025•48 min
Send us a text 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 Trial...
May 16, 2025•29 min
Send us a text 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 Gu...
May 13, 2025•35 min
Send us a text 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 Mee...
Apr 25, 2025•59 min
Send us a text 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 co...
Apr 21, 2025•41 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Matt Veatch, President & COO and Co-Founder of Navidence, Inc., a SaaS company advancing the use of Computable Operational Definitions for real-world data in clinical trials and evidence generation. With over 30 years of experience in biopharmaceutical and medical device development, Matt brings extensive leadership expertise from roles at Syneos Health, Quintiles, and his own consulting practice. 00:00 Introducti...
Apr 21, 2025•48 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Karen Tkaczyk, a seasoned professional with a robust academic background in chemistry and a proven track record in translation and business development within the life sciences sector. With a PhD from the University of Cambridge and extensive experience leading translation and sales efforts, Karen currently serves as the Director of Sales – Life Sciences at Vistatec, where she helps global clients navigate complex loc...
Apr 10, 2025•48 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is John Phillips, a seasoned global leader with over 30 years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. As President at InnovaPath Consulting, LLC, John has a proven track record of guiding organizations through complex growth stages, transforming businesses, and delivering strategic results across diverse corporate landscapes. 00:00 Introduction to the Life Science Success Podcast 00:43 Sponsor Me...
Apr 05, 2025•58 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Michael Edwards, the founder and CEO of Bioinfo Solutions LLC, a data analytics company specializing in extracting insights from complex biological information. Dr. Edwards brings over two decades of experience in genomics, spanning from laboratory research to teaching data science and bioinformatics, with a passion for deciphering the genetic language of cells. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:38...
Mar 28, 2025•52 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Jesse Mendelsohn, a Senior Vice President at Model N with nearly two decades of experience in pharmaceutical pricing, revenue, and payer management. Jesse brings deep expertise in government regulation, including Medicaid and state pricing laws, making him a recognized leader in revenue optimization and compliance for life sciences and high-tech manufacturers. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:40 S...
Mar 28, 2025•43 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Ernesto Villarini, a Managing Director at the Community Development Venture Capital Alliance with extensive experience in development finance and economic development. Dr. Villarini brings over 25 years of executive management expertise, including leading key initiatives like the Puerto Rico Fund for Growth and the Unlock Capital business accelerator, and holds advanced degrees in biology and business administration. ...
Mar 22, 2025•45 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Brian Lortie, the Chief Executive Officer of Uniquity Bio, who brings over 25 years of pharmaceutical leadership experience ranging from startup ventures to large corporate operations. Brian has an impressive track record of leading successful teams and driving strategic development in the biopharmaceutical industry, including his previous roles as CEO of Onspira Therapeutics and President of the pharmaceutical busine...
Mar 12, 2025•43 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Paul Fabre, a Vice President of Client Services for the Greater Boston Region at BioBridges LLC, A PharmaAlliance Company. With a diverse professional background spanning entertainment, restaurant work, corporate sales, and recruiting, Paul has found his calling as a facilitator, connecting great minds to drive meaningful progress in the life sciences industry. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:43 ...
Mar 09, 2025•52 min
Send us a text In this episode of Life Science Success, host Don Davis PhD, MBA interviews Yaky Yanay, the CEO of Pluri, an innovative Israeli biotech company. Dr. Davis explores Pluri's groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine using placenta-derived cells. Yanay explains their unique allogeneic approach, which allows for the use of cells from healthy donors to treat various conditions without the need for genetic matching. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:38 Sponsor Mes...
Jan 16, 2025•38 min
Send us a text Dr. Prakash Narayan is a distinguished biotech executive with over 20 years of experience in leading IND- and BLA-enabling programs from concept through clinical trials for heart, lung, kidney, and liver indications. As a founding member of a startup biotech that became a publicly traded company, Dr. Narayan has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record in nonclinical and translational R&D, attracting approximately $30 million in non-dilutive funding...
Jan 09, 2025•49 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, I am interviewing Dr. Stavros Papadopoulos, the founder and CEO of TileDB, Inc. We delve into Dr. Papadopoulos's journey from academia to entrepreneurship, exploring how his experiences at Intel, MIT CSAIL, and in Hong Kong shaped his innovative approach to data management. Dr. Papadopoulos shares insights on TileDB's mission to revolutionize data analytics in life sciences, discussing the unique features of their data managemen...
Jan 09, 2025•43 min
Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the world of healthtech with Jim St. Clair, the CEO of MyLigo, a startup revolutionizing patient-centric data solutions. With over 25 years of experience across public and private sectors, Jim shares insights on secure identity verification, AI-driven data exchange in healthcare, and the critical importance of protecting patient identities in an era of increasing cybersecurity threats. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:47 Spon...
Dec 20, 2024•31 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, I am joined by Jimmy Bechtel, the Vice President of Site Engagement at the Society for Clinical Research Sites, or SCRS. With a diverse background spanning data specialization, patient recruitment, and operations management, Jimmy brings a unique perspective to the clinical research industry. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:29 Meet Your Host: Don Davis 00:37 Sponsor Message: D3 Digital Media Marketing 01:45...
Dec 19, 2024•34 min
Send us a text In this episode of Life Science Success, my guest is John McDonough, the Executive Chairman and CEO of Sunbird Bio. John is a seasoned life sciences executive with over 30 years of experience, known for his impressive track record of raising capital and creating substantial market value. He currently leads Sunbird Bio, a company at the forefront of developing innovative blood-based diagnostic tests for neurological disorders, particularly Alzheimer's disease. John's expertise exte...
Dec 16, 2024•46 min
Send us a text Join us on the Life Science Success podcast as we dive into the world of clinical trial innovation with Richie McCann, Head of Global Sales for Site Payments at Greenphire. Discover how this pioneering company is transforming financial management and patient support in global clinical trials. In this episode, we explore: • Greenphire’s mission and impact on the clinical trial industry • Innovative solutions for streamlining trial processes • Balancing technology with participant e...
Dec 06, 2024•42 min
Send us a text In this episode of Life Science Success, my guest is John Houston, Ph.D., the Chairperson, Chief Executive Officer, and President of Arvinas. With over three decades of experience in drug discovery and development, Dr. Houston brings valuable insights into pioneering protein degradation therapeutics and the challenges of leading a cutting-edge biotech company. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:46 Sponsor Message from D3 Digital Media Marketing 01:25 Meet John H...
Dec 06, 2024•44 min
Send us a text In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, we dive deep into the world of health communication with Michelle Bridenbaker, COO of Unbiased Science at Vital Statistics Consulting. Michelle shares her journey from nursing to leadership in health communications, offering insights into the challenges of conveying accurate scientific information in today's media-saturated landscape. She discusses innovative strategies for pharmaceutical companies to effectively reach healthcar...
Nov 18, 2024•50 min
