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• Funding Innovation: How Venture Capital Transforms Community Development

  Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Ernesto Villarini, a Managing Director at the Community Development Venture Capital Alliance with extensive experience in development finance and economic development. Dr. Villarini brings over 25 years of executive management expertise, including leading key initiatives like the Puerto Rico Fund for Growth and the Unlock Capital business accelerator, and holds advanced degrees in biology and business administration.00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast00:41 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 202502:18 Guest Introduction: Ernesto Villarini02:41 Ernesto's Career Journey06:34 Key Inflection Points in Ernesto's Career14:43 Mission and Goals of CDVCA19:36 Puerto Rico's Biotechnology Landscape23:29 Balancing Financial and Social Returns30:44 Sourcing Investment Opportunities36:42 Leadership Advice and Personal Insights43:09 Conclusion and Contact Information

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• 25 Years in Pharma: How One Leader Transforms Companies and Teams

  Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Brian Lortie, the Chief Executive Officer of Uniquity Bio, who brings over 25 years of pharmaceutical leadership experience ranging from startup ventures to large corporate operations. Brian has an impressive track record of leading successful teams and driving strategic development in the biopharmaceutical industry, including his previous roles as CEO of Onspira Therapeutics and President of the pharmaceutical business at Endo Pharmaceuticals. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast00:43 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 202502:20 Guest Introduction: Brian Lortie02:57Brian Lortie's Career Journey04:02 Key Challenges and Successes in Pharmaceuticals06:42 Leadership Lessons and Career Highlights11:29 Founding Onspira Therapeutics18:15 Transition to Uniquity Bio23:25 Uniquity Bio's Mission and Vision27:29 Partnership with Blackstone29:07 Current Projects and Innovation in R&D33:12 Leadership Advice and Inspiration38:31 Concerns and Hopes for the Future42:19 Conclusion and FarewellBio on the BayouBIO on the BAYOU premier Gulf South biotech conferenceDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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• From Entertainment to Life Sciences: Paul Fabre's Unique Career Journey

  Send us a textIn this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Paul Fabre, a Vice President of Client Services for the Greater Boston Region at BioBridges LLC, A PharmaAlliance Company. With a diverse professional background spanning entertainment, restaurant work, corporate sales, and recruiting, Paul has found his calling as a facilitator, connecting great minds to drive meaningful progress in the life sciences industry. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:43 Sponsor Message: Bio on the Bayou 2025 02:20 Guest Introduction: Paul Fabre 03:32 Paul's Diverse Career Journey 05:00 Transition to Corporate Sales and Recruiting 09:10 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Sales 16:09 Understanding BioBridges and Its Unique Offerings 24:08 Real-World Examples of BioBridges' Impact 27:13 Client Success Stories 27:35 Navigating Large-Scale Projects 28:48 Adapting to Client Needs 29:50 Impact of Trends in Life Sciences 32:05 Innovative Projects and Future Impact 35:13 Automating Reference Checks 38:00 The Importance of Relationships 46:41 Leadership and Personal Insights 50:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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• Yaky Yanay: Revolutionizing Biotech with Pluri's Cell-Based Solutions

  Send us a textIn this episode of Life Science Success, host Don Davis PhD, MBA interviews Yaky Yanay, the CEO of Pluri, an innovative Israeli biotech company. Dr. Davis explores Pluri's groundbreaking work in regenerative medicine using placenta-derived cells. Yanay explains their unique allogeneic approach, which allows for the use of cells from healthy donors to treat various conditions without the need for genetic matching. 00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast 00:38 Sponsor Message from D3 Digital Media Marketing 01:15 Interview with Yaky, CEO of Pluri 01:55 Yaky's Journey in Biotech and Leadership 07:50 Pluri's Mission and Innovations 17:30 Exciting Projects and Future Initiatives 26:20 Challenges and Perspectives in Life Sciences 29:41 Leadership Advice and Inspirations 37:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  

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• From Molecules to Medicine: Dr. Prakash Narayan's Biotech Breakthroughs

  Send us a textDr. Prakash Narayan is a distinguished biotech executive with over 20 years of experience in leading IND- and BLA-enabling programs from concept through clinical trials for heart, lung, kidney, and liver indications. As a founding member of a startup biotech that became a publicly traded company, Dr. Narayan has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record in nonclinical and translational R&D, attracting approximately $30 million in non-dilutive funding as a Principal Investigator from various organizations including NIH, NSF, DoD, and BARDA 00:00 Introduction to the Life Science Success Podcast 00:37 Sponsor Message: D3 Digital Media Marketing 01:10 Guest Introduction: Dr. Prakash Narayan 01:51 Journey from Academia to Biotech Executive 04:34 Growing a Startup into a Publicly Traded Company 06:49 Drug Development Process: From Discovery to FDA Filings 12:53 Challenges and Future of Cell-Based Therapies 16:10 Predictive Analytics in Biomedical Science 19:10 Adapting Approaches Across Disease Areas 22:56 Precision Medicine in Clinical Trials 24:40 Understanding Fatty Liver Disease 25:00 Precision Medicine: A Tailored Approach 25:25 Repurposing Drugs for Kidney Disease 27:10 The Role of Biobanks and Electronic Health Records 28:26 Non-Dilutive Funding: Pros and Cons 32:56 Exploring Transcriptomics and Functionomics 36:55 The Impact of Technology and AI in Medicine 40:53 Inspiration and Concerns for the Future 47:42 Final Thoughts and Advice for Entrepreneurs  

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