CEO Corner

Recognizing The Value Of Biotech Partnerships In China

China’s pharmaceutical market operates under regulations that are closely aligned with world standards, and the companies making innovative in-roads into the market are fueled by regional and international biotech finance.

An Intentionally Unconventional Journey To CEO

I am glad to share my history here in hopes to spark a dialogue on how life science leaders are shaped, how contributions from “all paths” provide new perspectives, and how the benefits of nonconformity can improve future views — and functions therein — of leadership.

From CRO Executive To Biopharma CEO

Taking over the CEO position of a biopharma in the midst of COVID, I was faced with many unique challenges. While I continue to work through these challenges, I’ve developed guidelines that have played a pivotal role in navigating such transitions.

What I Learned In A French Lab That Led To My Role As A CEO

Our innovations didn’t happen overnight. From the very beginning, we knew that we would need to partner with others to be successful.

The Key To Competitive Differentiation In Life Sciences Is People

Especially in the early stage of a company, where speed and accuracy of drug development are highly valued, focusing on organizational strategies that provide differentiation enables a company to position itself as innovative.

Embracing Culture As A Strategic Business Asset

I believe that my recognition of the role company culture plays in shaping an organization has contributed to my success as my career advanced into leadership roles.

Is It A Great Business Opportunity Or Merely A Great Idea?

When entrepreneurs are presented with a biotech idea, they must distinguish between those that are merely exciting in concept and those with the potential to be actually developed into a company.

Skills I Learned That Have Helped Me As A Public Pharma CEO

While I learned a great deal about the industry in the latter part of my career, as a leader, my foundation was molded by the valuable lessons learned in two very different spaces — the U.S. Army Reserve and nursing.

Creating A Culture of Innovation In Any Size Organization

A company’s size and culture play a large role in how it defines and executes innovation.

What The Sale Of Agios’ Oncology Pipeline Taught Me

Anytime a company undergoes organizational change — even if it’s a good change — the road there is not necessarily an easy one. I’d like to share a few things that might make it — or any major decision — easier for you