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We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey.
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Take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions or ideas. This you can do through our community page:
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12717528/
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Nehar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neharmortuza/
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Sรธren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soren-spanner-bach/
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E39 #StartupStory โFrom academic research to entrepreneurshipโ with CSO and Co-founder of TriptoBIO Johan Andersen-Ranberg
In this episode Johan Andersen-Ranberg, CSO and co-founder of TriptoBIO, shares his journey from academic research to entrepreneurship.ย
Johan discusses how his work with the plant Tripterygium wilfordii led to the development of a novel, cost-effective solution for producing Triptolite and itโs commercial application prevention of rat infestations.
The conversation delves into various aspects of Johanโs entrepreneurial path, including hiring strategies, securing funding, and transitioning from academia to a startup environment.
Johan also offers advice for aspiring life science entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of finding the right co-founder and engaging with potential customers early on.
Timestamps:
00:38 Diving Deep into Biotech Innovations with Johan
01:01 The Genesis of TriptoBio: From PhD Project to Biotech Breakthrough
02:06 Revolutionizing Rodent Control: A Safer, Sustainable Solution
06:11 Navigating the Path to Entrepreneurship: Johan's Journey & The Evolution of TriptoBio
11:30 Building a Business: Funding, Collaboration, and Growth
13:36 The Power of Partnership: Co-Founding and Scaling Up
15:49 The Founding Team's Journey
16:23 The Pivotal Hire and Its Impact
17:13 Progress Towards Product Registration
18:09 Challenges and Strategies of Being a First-Time Founder
18:28 Hiring Strategies in a Startup
26:17 Future Prospects and Product Launch Timeline
27:10 Entrepreneurship: Personal Reflections and Advice
Ideas for future podcast guests or themes? ๐ก
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Join Our Life Science Talent Ecosystem
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
Resource Mentioned In the episode:
Novo Nordisk Foundation
Bioinnovation Institute (BII) Venture Lab & Venture House
University of Copenhagen
https://www.triptobio.com/
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E38 #StartupStory โMATR Foods' Journey Of Scaling Crave-able Plant-Based Meat Alternativesโ with Randi Wahlsten CEO of MATR Foods
In this episode, we feature an in-depth conversation with Randi Wahlsten, CEO of MATR Foods, based in Copenhagen. The discussion explores Randi's transition from a corporate career at McKinsey and Arla Foods to leading a food startup focused on creating plant-based food alternatives.ย
In the episode we discuss MATR Foods' innovative use of fermentation, the challenges of scaling production, and the importance of creating craveable, locally sourced products without additives.ย
The episode also highlights the startup's approach to product development, the necessity of diverse skills in the team, and the journey from concept to market.ย
Randi shares valuable advice for food startups on navigating the complexities of in-house production and the significance of early prototyping and feedback from key stakeholders of the food exusystem.
Learn about the vision, strategy, and future ambitions of MATR Foods as they work towards making a significant impact on global food consumption patterns.
Timestamps:
00:38 Introducing MATR Foods with CEO Randi Wahlsten
02:02 The Vision and Technology Behind MATR Foods
04:56 Randi Wahlsten's Journey from Corporate to Startup
13:52 Challenges and Strategies in Scaling Production
26:41 Approach to Product Development and Customer Feedback
36:28 Future Aspirations and Advice for Food Science Startups
39:55 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action
Ideas for future podcast guests or themes? ๐ก
We want to co-create this podcast with you. We'd therefore love to hear your suggestions for future podcast guests or themes.
Feel free to share in a private message or leave a comment below ๐๐ผ
(It's also ok to invite yourself ๐)
Join Our Life Science Talent Ecosystem
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
Resource mentioned In the episode:
McKinsey
Arla Foods
Homepage: Matrfoods.com
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/matrfoods/
instagram: @matrfds
BII or the BioInnovation Institute (Venture Lab & Venture House program)
Myers canteens collaborated with MATR Foods
Nemlig.com - as a private individual, you should go buy it at Nemlig
Klaus Wittrupf, who owns The Gasoline Grill - MATR is now available to order as the vegetarian option in any burger at all Gasoline Grill (See link HERE)
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E37 #StartupStory โInsights From Setting Up In-House Production and Scaling EvodiaBioโ with Camilla Kloss Fenneberg CEO & Victor Forman CTO & Co-Founder at EvodiaBio
In todayโs episode of Life Science Talent Talks, Sรธren dive into the fascinating journey of EvodiaBio, a bio-industrial startup focused on producing sustainable aroma compounds for non-alcoholic beers and beyond. Co-founders Camilla and Victor and discuss the founding and scaling of EvodiaBio, located west of Copenhagen.ย
The episode covers various topics, including the company's innovative technology for producing monoterpenes through yeast cell fermentation, challenges in setting up production in-house, and the company's mission to revolutionize industries by offering environmentally sustainable flavor solutions. They also talk about the importance of having a diverse team, the startup's culture, and future aspirations for expanding into other industries.
The long-term aspiration is being able to supply the market with aroma for everything โฆ and that journey starts with Yopsโข
Timestamps:
00:46 Introducing EvodiaBio: A Startup Journey
02:53 The Science Behind EvodiaBio's Aroma Molecules
04:40 From Technology to Product: The EvodiaBio Approach
09:43 The Early Days and Evolution of EvodiaBio
15:54 Building a Team and Scaling Up
22:02 The Challenges of Setting Up Production In-House
26:03 Startup Culture and Hiring Practices
27:03 The Exciting Journey to Global Launch
27:36 Innovating with Customized Blends for Breweries
28:27 Tech Deep Dive: Evolving Technology and Production Challenges
33:45 Leadership Insights: Building a Diverse and Effective Team
36:14 Scaling Up: Structuring for Growth and Maintaining Culture
43:15 Future Aspirations and Closing Advice
Ideas for future podcast guests or themes? ๐ก
We want to co-create this podcast with you. We'd therefore love to hear your suggestions for future podcast guests or themes.
Feel free to share in a private message or leave a comment below ๐๐ผ
(It's also ok to invite yourself ๐)
Join Our Life Science Talent Ecosystem
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
Resource Mentioned In the Pod:
University of Copenhagen
Bioinnovation Institute
Technical University of Denmark
Danish Technological Institute
LinkedIn
Instagram
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E36 #Leadership โBridging Life Sciences and Strategy: The Journey of BioBridge Partnersโ with Daniel Schmidt Co-founder & Director at Biobridge Partners
In this episode of Life Science Talent Talks introduces BioBridge Partners, a consultancy group focused on life sciences, co-founded by Daniel Schmidt. Daniel shares his transition from a business background, with an education from Copenhagen Business School and a career start at Monitor Deloitte, to a meaningful venture in life sciences strategy consulting. Despite the challenge of commercialising life science innovations, Daniel and his colleague, driven by passion for impactful work, founded BioBridge Partners after Deloitte declined their proposal for a life science-focused team.ย
The company aims to be a trusted advisor across the life science spectrum, aiding biotech's, pharma companies, and investors to navigate complex situations and drive value from their investments. Schmidt discusses the challenges the industry faces, such as increasing drug development costs against smaller patient populations, and emphasises the importance of strategic consulting within this evolving ecosystem. The talk ends with an invitation to life science professionals to explore the intersection of science and strategy, underlining the ongoing innovation and potential within the Nordic life science community.
Timestamps:
00:40 A Deep Dive with Daniel Schmidt: From Consulting to Life Science Innovation
01:17 The Genesis of BioBridge Partners
05:56 Navigating the Leap: From Deloitte to Startup Success
08:28 BioBridge Partners: Bridging Gaps in the Life Science Ecosystem
08:32 The Growth and Impact of BioBridge Partners
14:50 The Future Vision and Challenges of Life Science
16:13 Challenges and Opportunities in the Life Science Industry
17:52 Advice for Aspiring Life Science Strategy Consultants
๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ด๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐? ๐ก
We want to co-create this podcast with you. We'd therefore love to hear your suggestions for future podcast guests or themes.
Feel free to share in a private message or leave a comment below ๐๐ผ
(It's also ok to invite yourself ๐)
๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ป ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ๐บ:
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organised events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
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E35 #StartupStory โFoods of the future based on green proteins: Tempty Foodsโ with Co-Founders Ana Pejic, Cecilie Engvang Lund, and Martina Lokajova
This episode of Life Science Talent Talks features the story behind Tempty Foods, a startup dedicated to innovating the future of plant-based food products.
The podcast explores the journey of Tempty Foods' founding team, focusing on leveraging team diversity and their lean innovation model. The team includes Co-Founders Ana Pejic, Cecilie Engvang Lund, and Martina Lokajova, who share their backgrounds, the company's mission, and the challenges they faced in launching new innovative products in the food industry.ย
Join us in celebrating Tempty Foods' journey and learn how this diverse team has worked with talent and personality tests to build trust and leverage team diversity.
Timestamps:
00:39 Introducing Tempty Foods: A Journey of Innovation and Diversity
05:08 The Founders' Personal Journeys and the Birth of Tempty Foods
08:00 From Idea to Reality: Developing a Novel Food Product
14:38 Navigating Challenges and Scaling Up Production
18:42 Breaking into the Food Service Industry: A Strategic Pivot
22:43 Future Plans and Reflections on the Entrepreneurial Journey
26:27 A Fortuitous Partnership with Quorn
27:38 Innovating in the Food Industry Without a Factory
28:52 Creating the Foods of the Future: A Focus on Sustainability and Flexibility
32:43 The Lean Startup Model: Navigating Production and Market Challenges
39:42 Building a Strong Team Through Understanding Diversity
51:26 Looking Ahead: Sales, Expansion, and Community Engagement
๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ด๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐? ๐ก
We want to co-create this podcast with you. We'd therefore love to hear your suggestions for future podcast guests or themes.
Feel free to share in a private message or leave a comment below ๐๐ผ
(It's also ok to invite yourself ๐)
๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ป ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ๐บ:
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
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E34 #ScalingStartups โLaunching A New MedTech Accelerator Programโ with Christian Bygballe Haahr Business Developer of DTU Science Park
In this episode, Christian from DTU Science Park introduces a new MedTech Accelerator Program called MedTech Growth. This new accelerator aims to support MedTech startups at various stages, offering tailored advice and guidance on overcoming industry-specific challenges such as regulatory affairs, quality management, market access, and financing. Throughout the episode, Christian takes us through the specifics of the program.
Applications are open for Danish startups (including those from southern Sweden) and the deadline is 21 May 2024, however, Christian encourages startups to get in touch to learn more about the requirements.
Feel free to reach out to Christian in case you have questions: cha@dtusciencepark.dk or +45 31349522
Timestamps:
00:38 Introducing Christian and the MedTech Growth Accelerator
01:46 Deep Dive into the MedTech Growth Accelerator Program
02:47 Challenges and Solutions for MedTech Startups
04:37 Investor Matchmaking and Funding Strategies
09:16 Program Specifics: Bootcamp and Sprint Phases
12:07 Eligibility and Application Process for Startups
22:46 Engaging with Experts and Mentors
27:13 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
๐๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐ณ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ณ๐๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ด๐๐ฒ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฟ ๐ฝ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฎ๐๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐บ๐ฒ๐? ๐ก
We want to co-create this podcast with you. We'd therefore love to hear your suggestions for future podcast guests or themes.
Feel free to share in a private message or leave a comment below ๐๐ผ
(It's also ok to invite yourself ๐)
๐๐ผ๐ถ๐ป ๐ข๐๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐ณ๐ฒ ๐ฆ๐ฐ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ป๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ง๐ฎ๐น๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ฐ๐ผ๐๐๐๐๐ฒ๐บ:
We want to build a community to inspire life science professionals and leaders through talent talks and organized events. Share knowledge across the life science community through personal stories of their journey. We encourage you to take part in shaping this community by sharing your feedback, questions, or ideas. This you can do through our LinkedInโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ community pageโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ .
Warm Regards from your podcast hosts: โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ Nehar Mortuzaโ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ โ andโ โ โ โ โ โ Sรธren Spanner Bach
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