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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Josh Yelen, a CPA, MBA, and the Founder & CEO of Function, a strategic financial leadership and bookkeeping services company that supports businesses across various industries, including life sciences. With over two decades of experience in operations, accounting, finance, and sales, Josh is also a co-founder of Venture Forward Capital, where he supports early-stage entrepreneurs in building disruptive companies.


00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:40 Join Our Free School Community
01:41 Introducing Our Guest: Josh Yelen
02:10 Josh Yelen's Professional Journey
04:30 The Birth of Venture Forward Capital and Function
09:05 Function's Unique Approach to Financial Services
14:55 Challenges in Biotech and Pharma
20:40 Trends Shaping the Future of Biotech
29:19 Firing the Biggest Client and Growing the Business
29:46 Innovative Use of AI in Business
30:53 Aligning Company Goals with OKRs
32:45 The Importance of Focus and Avoiding Distractions
36:46 Leadership Advice and Entrepreneurial Challenges
39:31 Motivational Videos and Personal Drive
45:37 Concerns About AI and the Future of Work
50:48 Excitement for the Future and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Nissan Cohen, a worldwide expert with over 45 years of experience in high purity water systems, pharmaceutical engineering, and water technology innovation. Nissan is the Owner of Biopharmaceutical Water Doc company and has made significant contributions to the field through his extensive publications, technical expertise, and leadership in international professional societies like ISPE.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast

00:29 Meet Dr. Nissan Cohen: Water Technology Expert

01:24 The Importance of Potable Water

01:52 Journey into High Purity Water Systems

03:32 Transition to Pharmaceutical Industry

06:12 Milestones in Pharmaceutical Water Technology

09:54 Current Consultancy and Industry Challenges

14:32 Advancements in Pharmaceutical Water Technologies

20:51 Sustainability and Zero Liquid Discharge

29:22 Agricultural Water Innovations

35:43 Leadership and Professional Insights

41:23 Concerns and Future Outlook

44:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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In this episode of the Life Science Success Podcast my guest is Victoria Donovan. Victoria is the Founder and CEO of Clinically Media, an award-winning agency that is transforming patient recruitment and retention strategies in clinical research.

00:00 Introduction to Life Science Success Podcast
00:38 Meet Victoria Donovan: Founder and CEO of Clinically Media
01:34 Victoria's Journey into Life Sciences
03:12 The Birth and Growth of Clinically Media
05:03 Clinically Media's Mission and Vision
08:46 Innovative Approaches in Patient Recruitment
11:59 Challenges and Future of Patient Recruitment
23:45 Leadership and Personal Insights from Victoria Donovan
32:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts