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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is John Schmitt, a military veteran, entrepreneur, and Co-Founder & CEO of iXpressGenes who is leveraging innovative RNA biomarker technologies to revolutionize trauma screening in healthcare. With over 20 years of leadership experience in the U.S. Army and a Master's degree in Microbiology and Immunology, John is dedicated to developing data-driven solutions for early detection and prevention of trauma-related diseases.


00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:02 Welcoming the Guest: John Schmitt
02:00 John Schmitt's Journey to Biotechnology
05:58 Military Experience and Leadership Insights
13:09 Founding iXpressGenes: The Origin Story
17:31 Mission and Objectives of iXpressGenes
23:08 Challenges and Innovations in Biomarker Technologies
27:42 Personal Leadership and Inspirations
35:00 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Lyle Small, a seasoned innovator with 35 years of experience in interactive inks and coatings who is now the Founder and CEO of Lahjavida, Inc., a promising cancer research company developing targeted chemotherapy technologies. Lyle has an impressive track record of technological innovation, having previously founded Chromatic Technologies and developed groundbreaking color-changing technologies for brands like Coors Light, and is now focused on creating potentially transformative cancer treatments.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:40 Celebrating Podcast Achievements
01:27 Interview with Lyle Small: Background and Journey
02:43 Lyle's Early Career and Innovations
07:13 Founding Chromatic Technologies Inc. (CTI)
09:00 CTI's Impact and Innovations
15:13 Transition to Lahjavida: New Ventures in Cancer Research
20:16 Challenges and Insights in Cancer Research
25:03 Understanding Success Rates in Business
27:40 The Importance of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
28:58 Building Effective Teams: Lessons Learned
38:27 Leadership Qualities and Challenges
40:39 Current Endeavors and Fundraising Efforts
43:45 Inspiration, Concerns, and Excitement
48:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Lauri Befus, Vice President of Clinical Operations at M3 Wake Research, a leading integrated site network in the United States. With over 13 years of experience in clinical research and healthcare operations, Lauri brings a unique perspective to clinical trials, focusing on patient-centric strategies and operational excellence.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:37 Meet Lauri Befus: Vice President of Clinical Operations at M3 Wake Research
00:59 Lauri's Journey into Clinical Research
01:53 Educational Background and Early Career
02:36 Career Progression and Key Milestones
04:25 Challenges in the Life Sciences Industry
05:18 Diversity and Inclusion in Clinical Trials
06:16 Overview of M3 Wake Research
07:37 Lauri's Role and Responsibilities
13:59 Innovative Projects and Initiatives
16:28 Future Goals and Industry Innovations
17:31 Leadership Insights and Advice
24:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast, my guest is Ashley Scholz, the Vice President of Marketing at Vector Laboratories, who brings over 16 years of experience in medical devices, diagnostics, and strategic marketing. With a proven track record of driving growth, building high-performing teams, and optimizing commercial strategies, Ashley shares her insights on innovation in the life sciences industry.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:47 Meet Ashley Scholz: VP of Marketing at Vector Laboratories
01:21 Ashley's Career Journey and Experience
04:52 Transition to Vector Laboratories
06:16 Challenges and Learnings at WL Gore
13:10 Building High Performing Teams
16:08 Why Vector Labs?
21:36 Vector Labs' Mission and Future Focus
22:49 Marketing's Role in B2B Transition
25:24 Supporting Scientists and Researchers
26:35 Innovative Projects and AI Integration
29:31 Impact of Recent Acquisitions
31:12 Balancing Commercial Growth and Customer-Centricity
35:14 Leadership and Organizational Insights
38:56 Inspiration and Concerns
40:47 Excitement for Future Strategies
43:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Brad Doerschuk, a visionary leader in clinical research with over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and biotech development. As the founder of PharmaMed Research and current President and CEO of InFocus Clinical Research, Brad has a proven track record of leading successful clinical development programs across multiple therapeutic areas and is a PharmaVoice 100 recipient.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet Brad Doerschuk: Visionary Leader in Clinical Research
01:22 Brad's Journey into Life Sciences
02:57 Founding a Research Organization
06:00 Challenges and Pivotal Moments in Drug Development
09:43 Specialization in Retina Diseases
18:54 Building and Leading High-Performing Teams
21:11 Merging Best Practices for Efficiency
22:48 The Role of Innovation in Clinical Trials
25:38 Leadership Advice and Personal Insights
31:11 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Christopher Duma, a board-certified neurosurgeon who is pioneering innovative treatments for neurodegenerative diseases at Regeneration Biomedical, Inc.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet Dr. Christopher Duma: A Pioneer in Neurosurgery
00:59 Dr. Duma's Journey to Neurosurgery
03:13 Challenges in Treating Neurodegenerative Diseases
05:59 The Potential of Stem Cells in Neurosurgery
10:06 Technological Advances in Neurosurgery
13:34 Innovations in Deep Brain Stimulation
15:57 Exploring Immunotherapy and Gene Therapy
18:14 The Mission of Regeneration Biomedical
20:15 Understanding Stem Cell Therapy for Brain Diseases
27:28 FDA Trials and Initial Research
28:07 Innovative Stem Cell Injection Method
30:20 Phase One Trial and Results
34:20 Future of Stem Cell Treatments
40:30 Challenges and Advancements in Movement Disorders
45:14 Leadership and Personal Insights
52:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Frank Jäger, a Commercial Director at CCL Clinical and Managing Director of CCL Faubel, who brings extensive expertise in pharmaceutical labeling, sales, and innovative IoT applications. With a background in economics and a leadership role in multiple companies within the pharmaceutical packaging sector, Frank has been a prominent figure in the industry, serving on the ISPE Steering Committee and delivering insightful presentations on pharmaceutical packaging challenges.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:34 Meet Frank Jäger: Career Journey and Insights
04:48 Transition from Economics to Life Sciences
07:36 Role and Responsibilities at CCL Clinical
15:38 Innovations and Future Projects
31:43 Leadership and Personal Insights
36:28 Conclusion and Podcast Wrap-Up

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Oliver Loson, a Vice President of Business Operations at Holoclara, Inc. who brings a wealth of experience in translating scientific discoveries from academia to commercial applications, with a background in neurosciences and a passion for developing innovative therapies that can improve human health.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:37 Meet Oliver Loson: From Academia to Business Operations
01:36 Oliver's Early Interest in Neuroscience
03:26 From Pre-Med to Research Enthusiast
06:20 Transitioning to Caltech and Technology Transfer
09:59 Startup Journey: Developing Next-Gen Cancer Therapies
13:31 Business Operations and Intellectual Property
20:56 Holoclara: Harnessing Host-Parasite Relationships
25:39 Current Projects and Future Goals
29:19 Switching Gears: From Analogies to Soccer
30:23 Innovative Approaches in Human Health
34:49 Challenges in the Biotech Industry
35:56 Leadership Insights and Advice
42:08 Inspiration and Concerns in Science
47:05 Excitement for the Future of Biotech
50:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts