Building Biotechs

This week we sat down with Kyriakos Economides, PhD, VP of Translational  Pharmacology at Werewolf Therapeutics. If there’s one constant in biotech, it’s change. We discussed the evolution of a career, rolling with the punches, and the importance of a solid clinical plan early in the drug development lifecycle.  Kyriakos's favorite book: The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer...

This week, we had an insightful conversation with Leen Kawas, PhD, Managing General Partner at Propel Bio Partners. She shared her journey from studying pharmacy to founding a successful company (with a great exit) and now running a venture fund. She emphasizes the business case for the importance of DEI in the company leadership and in clinical trials. We also touched on tips on managing conflict...

This week, we had the pleasure of chatting with Andrew Fraley, PhD, Entrepreneur in Residence with Atlas Venture. We chatted about his journey from bench chemist to entrepreneur, and some of the things he learned in the process. He also shared valuable insights on structuring a pitch deck for those on the funding trail. Tune in to learn from Andrew's fascinating experiences and fantastic advice! G...

In this episode, Rikin Mehta, Pharm. D., J.D., LL.M. co-founder of Lactiga and co-founder and CEO of Licentiam, discusses the importance of looking at biotech through a regulatory lens. Rik shares insights on the significance of regulatory knowledge across an organization and reflects on how his diverse career journey helped shape his outlook on building solid companies. He shares how regulatory k...

This week we sat down with Sarah Hein, PhD, co-founder and CEO of March Biosciences. She shares her journey from academia to entrepreneurship, the story of her first company and successful exit, and how she’s leveraging strategic partnerships to grow her current company. She also gave some actionable frameworks for early-career founders. Tune in to learn about her experience working with a venture...

In this episode, John Doyle, PhD, Education Director at the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy, discusses the valuable opportunities the Academy offers for biotech companies through its internship program. He highlights how the program impacts the science workforce and provides insights into their curriculum, which trains students for professional careers in biotech and life science labs. Tune in to...

This week, we sat down with Tania Philipp, Chief People Officer at Vor Bio. Vor’s mission is to cure blood cancers through cell and genome engineering. Tania shares insights from rapid growth, hiring for culture during a pandemic, and taking a company public while maintaining culture and transparency. Get Tania's favorite book: Lessons in Chemistry: A Novel Vor Bio | Cell & Genome Engineering Biot...

In this episode, we sat down with Dan Goddard of Browne Consulting, which specializes in accounting, finance, and human resources services to venture-backed Life Science start-ups and emerging companies. Dan is passionate about creating mission-driven companies, and he shares great insight into the cyclical nature of biotech and how founding and growing a company has changed over the past 15 years...

In this episode, we chatted with Stephanie Culler, PhD, Co-Founder and CEO of Persephone Biosciences and part of the Y Combinator 2018 cohort. Persephone is committed to delivering industry-leading technologies for the development of microbiome-targeted therapeutics. We talked about all things poop, as well as strategies to turn a passion for curing human disease into a thriving company. Stephanie...

In this episode, we chatted with Bruce Wu, Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary at Deep Cell, a biotech pioneering new methods in single-cell analysis by combining innovations in microfluidics, optics, and AI. Bruce's diverse background in engineering and law has led him to his current role, where he continues to combine his love for helping others, solving puzzles, and building innovative...

In this episode, we chatted with Alexander Morin, PhD, Account Coordinator at Russo Partners, a Public Relations Agency that collaborates on integrated communications for digital technology, mobile communications, biopharma, medtech, digital health, diagnostics, IT, and healthcare services companies. Alexander is passionate about translating complex scientific concepts into engaging and accessible...

This week, we chatted with Ann Albrecht, Founder & CEO at Ann Albrecht Consulting, a virtual executive assistant consulting firm supporting C-level executives in diverse industries, including biotech, venture capital, and strategic marketing. Ann and her team help executives build thriving biotechs by allowing them to focus on their zones of genius while they handle the rest. Ann's favorite bo...

In this episode, we chat with Padma Kodukula , Chief Business Officer at A-Alpha Bio ,  a company that leverages synthetic biology and machine learning to measure, discover, predict, and engineer protein-protein interactions. Padma has guided life sciences companies to an aggregate $15B+ in capitalization, as well as numerous product launches and strategic acquisitions.  Topics we Discus...

In this episode of Building Biotechs: A Podcast by Recruitomics Consulting , we're joined by Brandon Chen , Chief Technology Officer at Finless Foods, and Michael Selden , CEO and Co-Founder at Finless Foods.  Come with us as we explore how they will revolutionize seafood production with sustainable and ethical cell-cultured tuna. Learn about the challenges they face, their mission, and the e...

Welcome to Building Biotechs: A Podcast by Recruitomics Consulting ! We offer a behind-the-scenes look into the strategy for launching and scaling successful biotech and life science companies.  Our guest this week is Priya Baraniak , Chief Business Officer at OrganaBio , a biotechnology company specializing in cell and gene therapies for regenerative medicine. Priya is passionate about advan...

Today, we chat with Dr. Denis Drygin, Co-Founder at Pimera Therapeutics, a private clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing breakthrough therapeutics for cancer and other primary unmet medical needs. Topics we Discuss: Pimera Therapeutics' vision to bring new treatment options to patients with high unmet medical need” How therapeutic treatment development has evolved over the yea...

This week, we chatted with Balaji Vasudevan, Agrobioscience Chief Scientist at UM6P Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on supporting and investing in innovative startups, particularly those in sustainable development, digital transformation, biotechnology, and advanced materials. With over twenty years of experience in the AgTech and Agri-FoodTech industry, Balaji has made significant stride...

This week, we chatted with Lysa Miller, Founder and CEO of Ladybugz Interactive Agency, an agency helping to grow biotechs using the power of social media marketing, SEO, and content! She is also the Founder and President of MetroWest Women's Network. Topics we Discuss: What it’s like to work on the marketing side of a stealth company What makes a good pitch deck? The agile process for a biotech s...

This week, we chatted with Robert Buckley, Chief People Officer at Enveda Biosciences, a biotech using breakthroughs in machine learning, metabolomics, and robotics to index nature’s untapped chemical space for new drug discovery. Topics we Discuss: Why data isn’t the only answer in biotechs How to leverage data in the hiring process How to take feedback as a gift Training non-science people in bi...

This week, we chatted with Lynn Walder, Founder & Principal of Executive Management Partners and Director of Partnerships and Programming at LabCentral. LabCentral is Cambridge, MA's premier network of shared laboratory spaces and scientific communities, designed to jumpstart the launch of promising early-stage life-sciences companies.  Topics we Discuss: Why you should never give up on y...

This week, we chatted with Eva Quinn, Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Higher EQ, a human resources consultancy with a strategic focus on developing biotech companies and providing innovative solutions with a genuine drive to take great care of people. Eva is often told that she is the heart of the company as she is very passionate about helping employees, leaders, and impactful projects...

This week, we chatted with Mike LaRhette, Chief Business Officer at LabCentral, a fantastic ecosystem of shared laboratory spaces and scientific communities, designed to jumpstart the launch of promising early-stage life-sciences companies. Topics we Discuss: How biotechs help save the human race The biggest obstacles when working with partners Juggling responsibilities as a BioTech leader The key...

This week, we chatted with Joe Daccache and Carl Schoellhammer or DeciBio, a boutique strategy consulting firm focusing on the life science industry. Decibio's mission is to provide strategic insights that accelerate the development, adoption, and accessibility of personalized medicine. Carl is also the founder of SuonoBio, a startup biotechnology company harnessing our proprietary delivery p...

This week, we chatted with David Cao, Founder of Target2Drug BioAdvisory, an advisory firm dedicated to helping small biotechs make smarter and faster business and commercial strategic decisions. Topics we Discuss: The difference between a biotech advisory and a consulting firm The joys of working with startups When to bring biotech advisors in How Target2Drug came to be 01:25 - 05:36 - It’s Okay...

This week we chatted with, Paul Miller founder of Lighthouse Biopharma Consulting. Topics we Discuss: Biotech Consulting  Leadership and Communication Styles  Decentralization of Biotech Hubs  The Role of Continuous Learning in Biotech Technological Advances in Biotech 06:58 - 20:37 - Effective Leadership: The Power of Mentorship and Open Communication 21:00 - 24:19 - Start-Up Suppo...