Driving the Business of Science

Keith Parent

Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world. Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business. Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market. 

  1. Building a Professional Services Firm

    EPISODE 1

    Building a Professional Services Firm

    In this episode of the Driving the Business of Science podcast, host Keith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group,  and Jeremy Bromberg, an independent operations advisor with a background in life sciences and pharmaceutical market research, share insights on improving business operations. The conversation highlights the importance of compliance, effective pricing strategies, and organizational structure. Jeremy stresses the need for specialized knowledge in life sciences, the significance of aligning employee skills with company needs, and the critical role of management in balancing sales, execution, and logistics. Jeremy also outlines the steps to build a successful professional services firm, starting with understanding the firm's vision and goals. Keith and Jeremy both emphasize the importance of adhering to regulations and continuous learning to succeed in the life science industry. Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world. Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step. In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business. Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.

    25 min
  2. Incubators. The Inside Story.

    EPISODE 2

    Incubators. The Inside Story.

    In this episode of the Driving the Business of Science podcast, host Keith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group,  speaks with Ezekiel Kelley, VP of Engagement and Growth at the Frederick Innovation and Technology Center (FITCI), about the importance of incubators in driving innovation. FITCI, a business incubator in Frederick, Maryland, supports life science startups by providing resources, office and lab space, and connections to state and federal resources. FITCI has grown from 40 to nearly 120 companies in two years, many collaborating with the FDA, NIH, and Fort Detrick. The center offers shared lab space, accelerated courses, and an advisory board of experienced founders. FITCI's success is attributed to its nonprofit status, cost-effective operations, and strategic partnerships. Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world. Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step. In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business. Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.

    22 min

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Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world. Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business. Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.