Steve Swan
Biotech Bytes: Conversations with Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical IT Leaders
Welcome to the Biotech Bytes podcast, where we sit down with Biotech and Pharma IT leaders to learn what's working in our industry. Steven Swan is the CEO of The Swan Group LLC. He has 20 years of experience working with companies and individuals to make long-term matches. Focusing on Information technology within the Biotech and Pharmaceutical industries has allowed The Swan Group to become a valued partner to many companies. Staying in constant contact with the marketplace and its trends allow Steve to add valued insight to every conversation. Whether salary levels, technology trends or whe...
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Episodes
How Data Infrastructure Supports Sustainable Growth - REPLAY 02.07.2026 42:00
Data is the fuel that powers the modern world. In this video, Charles Link, Senior Director of Data and Analytics at Reworld Waste, shares insights into building a robust data infrastructure that drives sustainable growth. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ Charles has created an award-winning data “supply chain” to support Reworld’s eco-friendly mission, ens...
Biotech AI Strategy: Why Most Pharma AI Projects Fail & How to Fix It? ( ft.Rose LaRocca-Fisch) 11.06.2026 35:19
AI is moving incredibly fast across the life sciences sector, but many organizations still struggle to build systems that deliver real operational value. In this episode, tech leader Rose LaRocca-Fisch explains why strong data governance and business alignment must come before chasing software trends. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ Rose shares her practic...
How AI is Shaping Biotech? Expert Insights from James Bilotta 21.05.2026 43:35
How AI is Shaping Biotech? Expert Insights from James Bilotta #aiinbiotech #digitaltransformation #biotechleadership In this episode of Biotech Bytes, James Bilotta, SVP and CIO at Dyne Therapeutics, discusses the evolving role of technology leaders in biotech and how AI is reshaping the industry. James shares his journey from hospital informatics to leading digital transformation in high-growth b...
Recruitment Storytelling: Secrets Every Hiring Manager Must Know | Denise Chaffin 30.04.2026 44:08
Recruitment Storytelling: Secrets Every Hiring Manager Must Know | Denise Chaffin #recruitmentstrategy #talentacquisition #hiringtips Hiring is not only about filling roles. It is about telling the right story to the right candidate at the right time. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Denise Chaffin, founder of Top Source Ta...
Why Diverse Thinking Builds Better AI | Biotech Leadership with Fernando Bardella 09.04.2026 40:20
Why Diverse Thinking Builds Better AI in Biotech #aiinbiotech #pharmatech #leadershipinsights In this episode, Fernando Bardella shares why diversity in experience and thinking plays a critical role in building better AI systems and stronger business outcomes in biotech and the pharmaceutical industry. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ With experience across...
Why Technology Fails Without People | Michael Saitow Explains AI, Innovation & Success 19.03.2026 48:40
Technology leadership insights #technologyleadership #peoplefirsttech #biotechinsights In this episode, Michael Saitow explains why technology success begins with people and clear goals. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ Many companies pick tools before defining what they want to build and why. They focus on automation and AI without aligning teams around a...
AI in Pharma Marketing with Nataliya Andreychuk | Pharma Content Strategy 26.02.2026 44:09
AI in Pharma Marketing with Nataliya Andreychuk | Pharma Content Strategy, Personalization & Localization #pharmamarketing #aihealthcare #digitalpharma In this episode, we talk about how AI is changing pharma marketing and communication. Nataliya Andreychuk, CEO of Viseven, explains how teams use AI to create content that follows rules and connects with doctors and patients. Please visit our w...
Why Communication Is the Most Underrated Skill in Biotech Leadership | Michael Piperno 05.02.2026 47:47
Leadership Communication Skills | #leadershipcommunication #executivepresence #presentationskills In this episode of Biotech Bites, host Steve Swan talks with leadership communication expert Michael Piperno about how to improve the way you communicate in the boardroom, in presentations, and in interviews. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ They break down real...
How AI Is Changing The Way Small Biotechs Grow And Compete - Real Talk With Tyson Kamikawa 15.01.2026 48:56
What It Takes To Build IT For A Biotech Company! #pharma #aiforbiotech #podcast Can AI really help build a small biotech company from the ground up? Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Tyson Kamikawa, VP of IT at Synindex Pharmaceuticals, to talk about how AI is changing the way small biotech companies grow. Tyson shares his jo...
A Year of Biotech Bytes: The Stories, Lessons, and Laughs Behind the Mic 23.12.2025 29:21
A Year of Biotech Bytes: Reflections, Stories, and Honest Moments #biotechbytes #biotechpodcast #behindthemic This episode is a look back at the year, the lessons we learned, and the moments that shaped Biotech Bytes. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ I’m joined by Mary Louise Smith, the voice, support, and good energy behind every episode. She’s the person m...
How AI is Shaping the Future: The Rise of The Bionic Professional with Bill Wallace 04.12.2025 42:50
How AI is Shaping the Future: The Rise of The Bionic Professional with Bill Wallace #aitechnology #futureofwork #bionicprofessional Step into the exciting world where AI is transforming the way we work and the very nature of our professions. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I’m joined by Bill Wallace, Chief Information Officer at Intercept...
How AI Is Accelerating Drug Discovery | Smbat Rafayelyan (Bioneex CEO) 13.11.2025 37:37
AI in Drug Discovery | #aidrugdiscovery #biotechinnovation #medicalinnovation Amid a rapidly changing biotech landscape, AI is transforming how we discover and develop new medicines. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Smbat Rafayelyan, founder and CEO of Bioneex, a platform that connects early-stage biotech innovators with inv...
Mastering Recruiting: Why Building Genuine Relationships Will Always Matter 23.10.2025 48:55
Mastering Recruiting: Why Building Genuine Relationships Will Always Matter #recruiting #executiverecruiting #talentacquisition In this interview with Janelle Razzino, we get deep into the core of successful recruiting, building genuine relationships. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ While the landscape of recruiting has changed, the value of human connect...
AI & Low-Code: The Future of Biotech IT Leadership | Kevin Dushney 02.10.2025 41:08
AI & Low-Code Transformation in Biotech IT #biotechit #AIrevolution #lowcodetechnology In this episode, Kevin Dushney, a seasoned CIO with over eight biotech companies under his belt, shares invaluable insights into the rapidly changing landscape of biotech IT. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ With the rising impact of AI and low-code tools, small biotec...
How IT Can Make or Break Your Biotech IPO with Nam Doan 11.09.2025 46:40
How IT Can Make or Break Your Biotech IPO with Nam Doan | Essential Tips for Small Biotech Companies #biotechit #biotechstartup #itleadership In this episode, we sit down with Nam Doan, a seasoned IT leader who has worked with several biotech companies at critical moments, including before, during, and after they’ve gone public. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup....
AI Leadership Vs Automation: The 4 L’s Every Modern Manager Must Know with Praveen Kamsetti 21.08.2025 40:02
How AI Is Reshaping Leadership: The 4 L’s Framework Explained with Praveen Kamsetti #aileadership #empatheticleadership #futureofwork In this episode, Praveen Kamsetti breaks down how AI is transforming leadership, accountability, and business decisions. With over 20 years of experience in IT, Praveen shares practical insights on applying empathy in an automated world. Please visit our website to...
The Human Side Of Human Resources | Traci Chernoff On Fixing HR, AI & Candidate Experience 31.07.2025 54:06
HR isn’t just about policies, metrics, or compliance, it’s about people. When that gets lost, the whole system starts to crack. In this episode, I talk with Traci Chernoff, host of Bringing the Human Back to Human Resources podcast and Director of Employee Engagement at Legion Technologies . She’s spent over a decade shaping how HR impacts not just hiring but retention, morale, and long-term busin...
How to Launch a Biotech Startup in 2025 | Real Talk with Richard Bendis 10.07.2025 48:49
How to Launch a Biotech Startup in 2025 | Real Talk with Richard Bendis #richardbendis #healthtech #entrepreneurship What does it really take to build a successful biotech startup in today’s tough investment climate? Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Richard Bendis, the powerhouse behind BioHealth Innovation, to unpack the ra...
How IT is Transforming Biotech with AI | Anthony Murabito on Data, Security & Innovation 19.06.2025 37:35
How IT is Transforming Biotech with AI | Anthony Murabito on Data, Security & Innovation #biotech #informationtechnology #aiinbiotech Can IT really revolutionize a biotech company’s success in the AI era? In this episode, I talk with Anthony Murabito, VP of IT and Head of Data Security at Wave Life Sciences, to uncover how modern biotech companies are using AI to accelerate research, enhance s...
Fixing Gene Therapy Access With AI | How Genoplex Is Helping Patients Get Treated Faster 29.05.2025 41:21
Fixing Gene Therapy Access With AI | How Genoplex Is Helping Patients Get Treated Faster #genetherapy #biotech #healthcareai What if gene therapy could cure your disease, but you never made it to the treatment center in time? In this episode of Biotech Bytes, we dive into that real and urgent problem with Christopher Leidli, CEO of Genoplex.ai. Chris shares how his company uses AI to match patient...
The Future Of Biotech IT: AI, Cybersecurity & Low-Code Platforms | Steve Eichorn 08.05.2025 40:36
The Future Of Biotech IT: AI, Cybersecurity & Low-Code Platforms | Steve Eichorn #biotech #aiinbiotech #cybersecurity How is AI transforming the future of biotech today, not just in labs but in IT departments too? Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ In this episode, I sit down with Steve Eichorn, CIO of Cytiva, to explore how artificial intelligence, cybers...
How AI Is Revolutionizing Biotech & Pharma Research With Liran Belenzon 17.04.2025 26:49
The Future of AI in Pharma & Biotech Research #aiinbiotech #pharmaresearch #drugdiscovery AI is fundamentally changing the way biotech and pharmaceutical research happens. From analyzing vast datasets to accelerating drug discovery, AI-powered solutions are making labs smarter, faster, and more efficient. But how does it actually work? Please visit our website to get more information: https:/...
How to Align People, Process & Technology for Real Impact with Irina Dymarsky 27.03.2025 42:13
How to Align People, Process & Technology for Real Impact #digitaltransformation #aiinbiotech #businessstrategy Too often, companies jump into new technology without addressing the real challenges holding them back. The key to successful transformation isn’t just about the latest AI tools—it’s about aligning people, processes, and technology to create real impact. Please visit our website to...
Staying Relevant In The AI Era: Future-Proof Your Career With Dr. Milton Mattox 06.03.2025 54:16
Staying Relevant in the AI Era: Future-Proof Your Career with Dr. Milton Mattox #artificialintelligence #ai #futureofwork Worried about how AI is changing jobs? You're not alone. The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, and staying relevant requires adaptability, continuous learning, and the right mindset. Please visit our website to get more information: http...
Revolutionizing Biotech Data Infrastructure with Stavros Papadopoulos 13.02.2025 36:50
The future of data management in biotech holds the key to faster discoveries and groundbreaking innovations. With new technology shaping the field, using structured multi-modal data could change how scientific progress happens. In this episode, I’m delighted to be joined by Stavros Papadopoulos, founder of TileDB . With a distinguished background as a Senior Research Scientist at Intel and a contr...
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