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This week I sat down with Krisha Panchalingham, Director of Lab and Scientific Operations at Portal Innovations. Krisha shares how she and her team support early-stage biotech companies through the operational intricacies of setting up labs, handling logistics, maintaining equipment, and complying with regulations. We also discuss the importance of vendor management, the role of external consultants, and the strategic partnerships required to efficiently run lab operations. Krisha also emphasizes the significance of mentorship and the strategic role of operational support in the success of biotech startups. We also discuss how Portal Innovations fosters a nurturing ecosystem for biotech startups, underscoring the balance between scientific discovery and operational excellence.
Get Krisha's recommended book! A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail (Official Guides to the Appalachian Trail)Boston Globe: The promise of biotech jobs is coming to Boston’s neighborhoods - MassBioLink In with Krisha!Portal Innovations LLC
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This week, Carina Clingman, PhD, Founder and Principal of Recruitomics Consulting, outlines an actionable 3-Step framework to simplify the recruitment process and hire top-quality talent. The discussion covers common challenges faced by small companies, such as desperation hiring and inefficiencies, and offers solutions like implementing applicant tracking systems (ATS), streamlining processes, and leveraging data-driven hiring. The episode also emphasizes the significance of proper training and compliance in conducting fair and effective interviews. Listeners will learn how to audit current processes, install a sustainable hiring engine, and ensure they attract and select the best talent, even on a limited budget.
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00:00 Introduction: The Importance of Talent in Biotech
00:54 Why Systems Matter in Talent Acquisition
02:05 Common Challenges in Small Companies
04:20 The Concept of Chicken Math in Startups
07:58 Auditing Your Hiring Process
09:31 Building a Sustainable Hiring Engine
10:54 The Role of Applicant Tracking Systems
19:08 The Importance of Training and Legalities
24:31 Data-Driven Hiring Decisions
31:42 Conclusion: Implementing Effective Hiring Strategies

This week I chatted with Oriana Papin-Zoghbi, CEO and co-founder of AOA Dx. Oriana shares insights on the challenges of fundraising and the importance of building a network for startup success. She highlights her career shift from biochemistry to economics and international relations, finally leading to her involvement in women's health diagnostics. Oriana emphasizes the significance of finding one's passion for excelling in their field and the role of previous startup successes in her current venture. I also loved learning more about AOA Dx's mission to revolutionize women's health diagnostics, focusing on unmet needs such as early ovarian cancer detection through innovative biomarker research. Oriana highlights the impact of leadership, resilience, and the pursuit of innovation in healthcare.
Get Oriana's recommended book! Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of NikeLink In with Oriana!AOA DX – Early cancer detection
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This week, I chatted with leadership advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and podcast host Tony Martignetti, MBA, CPC, Founder, and Chief Inspiration Officer of Inspired Purpose Partners. We both agree there’s a critical need for more comprehensive coaching and support for leaders in the biotech industry. Drawing from his diverse career that spans from art to finance and biotech, Tony shares insights into how leaders can become more grounded. He highlights his three Cs of grounded leadership - Connection, Curiosity, and Compassion - and underscores the significance of mental health, adapting to rapid change, and maintaining authenticity in the workplace. These qualities, he argues, are paramount for building strong companies and navigating the complexities of leadership in fast-evolving sectors like biotech.
Tony Martignetti: books, biography, latest updateFollow Tony on Social!Inspired Purpose PartnersLink In with Tony!Ted TalkPodcast - Inspired Purpose PartnersCampfires of Connection - Inspired Purpose Coaching
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In this episode, Heather E. Williams, PhD, MBA, MS, PgD, ErCLG, CG (ASCP) MB, the Chief Operating Officer of Cache DNA, chats about her career journey and the importance of always learning. Heather's passion for medicine and genetics has led her from childhood dreams of being like Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman to training as a clinical laboratory geneticist and eventually becoming a COO. She talks about the value of making connections, grabbing every chance to learn, and how genetic results can really make a difference in patient care. Tune in to hear more about Heather's career story and get a sneak peek into what she does at Cache DNA.
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This week, we had a conversation with Catharine Smith - the Executive Director at the Termeer Foundation. Catharine is passionate about supporting biotech founders in growing patient-centric companies. We are thrilled about the Termeer Foundation and have been delighted to witness the Termeer Fellows thrive through the support, training, and community that this organization provides. If you're interested in making a difference in human health through biotech, this episode is definitely for you.
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