Ep. 102: Vulnerable Leadership: Stanley Lewis on Compassion in Biotech Entrepreneurship
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Ep. 102: Vulnerable Leadership: Stanley Lewis on Compassion in Biotech Entrepreneurship
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Can vulnerability and scientific leadership coexist in biotech?
In this episode, I sit down with Stanley Lewis, physician, biotech entrepreneur, and CEO of A28 Therapeutics, to explore how compassion, self-awareness and lived experience have shaped his approach to leading innovation in cancer drug development.
From growing up in rural Texas with undiagnosed dyslexia to developing one of the most well-tolerated HIV therapies on the market, Stanley shares how personal challenges, fatherhood and a deep respect for patient experience fuel his mission today.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why leading with vulnerability builds trust and psychological safety
- How to maintain core values in high-stakes environments like biotech
- The role of deep listening and reflection in building high-performing teams
- What it means to prioritize safety and simplicity in drug development
- How personal setbacks can spark meaningful innovation and leadership growth
Key topics:
- Compassionate leadership in science and healthcare
- Founding a values-based biotech startup
- Navigating failure, internal misalignment, and professional pivots
- Aligning career purpose with lived experience
Stanley’s story is a powerful example of what leadership looks like when it's guided by humanity and why that matters in life sciences and beyond.
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- Connect with Stanley Lewis on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stanley-t-lewis-md-mph-4552183/
- Write to Stanley Lewis: stanley.lewis@a28therapeutics.com
- Check Stanley’s website: https://a28therapeutics.com/
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00:00:02 - Introduction to Stanley Lewis: Biotech CEO and Physician
00:03:28 - Personal Life and Interests
00:05:53 - Childhood and Early Career Influences
00:14:31 - Leadership Philosophy and Approach
00:27:27 - Career Setbacks and Founding A28 Therapeutics
00:29:48 - Legacy and Future Goals
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