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BioTalent SocialBehind The Talent with James CoxIntroducing Behind The Talent, BioTalent’s new podcast series, created to share the stories, perspectives and passions of the people driving our business forward.Each episode offers a glimpse into the voices of the individuals who shape our culture, contribute to our success, and bring our purpose to life.In this episode, Brand Manager Becca Boulton chats with BioTalent CEO and founder James Cox about his journey from launching BioTalent in 2018, his passion for life sciences recruitment, and the company’s rapid growth since joining The IN Group in 2023. James shares his approach to l...2025-04-2910 min
The Unfiltered Non-Profit: Leaders Share It AllNonprofit Revenue Diversification with Rob HendersonIn this episode of the Unfiltered Nonprofit Podcast, host Cherry Chan sits down with Rob Henderson, President & CEO of BioTalent Canada, to discuss how he successfully transitioned his nonprofit from government dependency to financial sustainability. Rob shares the hard decisions, bold strategies, and entrepreneurial mindset that helped BioTalent Canada diversify its revenue and thrive. Overcoming the Challenge of Lost Government Funding When BioTalent Canada received news that their federal funding would be cut, they faced a critical turning point. Instead of scaling back, Rob took a bold, business-driven approach to nonprofit revenue diversification—building industry partnerships, of...2025-02-2832 min
Magnet Network Live On The PodRob Henderson - Bridging the Biotech Talent Gap: Challenges and InnovationsRob Henderson joins us to discuss human resources challenges in Canada’s bio-technology sector. Henderson is President and CEO of BioTalent Canada, an in-demand partner, policy influencer, and project leader that brings together the country’s largest national bio-economy network. His work focuses on connecting employers with skilled talent and addressing workforce shortages. Henderson explains that Canada’s bio-tech sector is projected to face a shortfall of 65,000 workers by 2029. Part of the problem is that enrolment in STEM programs is down, and science graduates often lack the business skills to successfully launch their own ventures.
Highlights from our con...2025-02-1912 min
Race in STEMLevelling the Playing Field and Exploring Identity with Jasmine SkeeRecorded live at the Dublin Tech Summit 2024, BioTalent’s Global Community Director and Race in STEM Founder, Steve Fuller, sits down with Guild Esport’s CEO, Jasmine Skee, for an engaging and insightful conversation.In this episode, Steve and Jasmine dive into the panel session Jasmine participated in earlier that day, titled "Levelling the Playing Field." They explore the evolving landscape of the gaming industry and the technical measures being implemented to address gender disparities. Beyond the professional realm, the discussion also provides a personal glimpse into Jasmine’s life.Listeners will journey through Jasmine’s upbrin...2024-08-0534 min
Choosing Leadership with Sumit GuptaLeadership Journeys [187] - Steven Fuller - "Being open to pivoting is scary"This is the Leadership Journey series on the Choosing Leadership Podcast.I believe we all have a lot to learn from each other's stories - of where we started, where we are now, and our successes and struggles on the way. With this series of interviews, my attempt is to give leaders an opportunity to share their stories and for all of us to learn from their generous sharing. If you know a leader whom you would like to see celebrated on the show, please send me a message on LinkedIn with their name....2024-07-2233 min
NGBideasRob Henderson | BioTalent CanadaApril 16th 2024 – This week we’re speaking with Rob Henderson, the President and CEO of BioTalent Canada, a distinguished national not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa. Since Rob assumed leadership in 2011, the organization has expanded from a team of five to now employing 50 staff members and collaborating with over 80 partner organizations. In 2023, BioTalent Canada received prestigious accolades, being named a top workplace in healthcare by HRD Canada and recognized as a five-star employer for diversity, equity, and inclusion.2024-04-161h 08
NGBideasRob Henderson | BioTalent CanadaApril 16th 2024 – This week we’re speaking with Rob Henderson, the President and CEO of BioTalent Canada, a national not-for-profit organization headquartered in Ottawa. Since Rob assumed leadership in 2011, the organization has expanded from a team of five to now employing 50 staff members and collaborating with over 80 partner organizations. In 2023, BioTalent Canada received accolades, being named a top workplace in healthcare by HRD Canada and recognized as a five-star employer for diversity, equity, and inclusion.2024-04-161h 08
Molecule to Market: Inside the outsourcing spaceOutsourcing in Ontario - on the cusp of greatness
In this episode of Molecule to Market, you’ll go inside the outsourcing space of the global drug development sector with Jason Field, President & CEO of Lifesciences Ontario.
Your host, Raman Sehgal, discusses the pharmaceutical and biotechnology supply chain with Jason, covering:
How the combination of his scientific background and his passion for public policy made him a perfect fit for Lifesciences Ontario (LSO)
How the pandemic acted as a wake-up call and catalyst to kickstarting a coordinated industrial investment strategy across Canada
The unique ecosystem of Ontario and Toronto, wi...2024-01-1240 min
BioTalent SocialJourney into Leadership: A conversation with Sarah MardleIn the latest instalment of the BioTalent Social podcast, our very own Steven Fuller, Global Community Manager of Race In Stem, sat down with Sarah Mardle to talk leadership, gender bias, the evolution of the life sciences industry and creating lasting change. “I definitely wanted to be a scientist and I was able to do two degrees, one in pharmacology and one in biochemistry, and was also lucky enough to have a year out in industry. And that really opened my eyes to what I might want to do next.”Sarah Mardl...2023-12-0744 min
The Changing State of Talent Acquisition#53: Talent Acquisition for Start-ups: The Wisdom of NOT HiringThis week we welcome Carina Clingman to the podcast. With a PhD in biochemistry, Carina’s early experiences looking for jobs in the biotech space led her to start Recruitomics, a TA consulting group that helps small and startup biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies find and retain top talent. Topics include: the advantages (and disadvantages) of having recruiters with deep subject-matter expertise, why hiring the wrong person can be particularly costly for startups, the inherent tension between the speed and quality of hires, how the lens of “NOT hiring” can lead to better outcomes for early stage startups, the emer...2023-11-2237 min
BioTalent SocialExploring Quality Leadership and Systems with Heather WellsOur BioTalent Social podcast is for professionals in the life sciences industry, who can have access to wide-ranging discussions that are led by market-leading experts, who offer sharp, focused insights on current affairs within the Life Sciences sector. In this conversation, Steven Fuller had the pleasure of engaging with Heather Wells, a Senior Director of Quality Management at a mid-sized CRO. Throughout our discussion, Heather shared her vast and illustrious career journey within the realm of Quality Assurance, reflecting on her early career, and how she grew as a professional across pharma, bio, and research as a no...2023-08-0236 min
The Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaCommercializing the Academic Research – and Managing Substantial GrowthApplied Pharmaceutical Innovation (API) was launched to solve a big challenge. Commercialization within the life sciences. There’s a general lack of understanding of the technical and scientific capacity needed for a life sciences company to commercialize in Canada. API sought to fix that. Part incubator, part R&D, API helps companies scale up here in Canada where they would normally have to invest tens of millions of dollars just to build out their infrastructure. And the model is working, with growth forecast to see 60 staff currently blossom to 150 in the next 18 months. 2023-04-1836 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaAttitude is More Important Than Technical SkillsBishop Water Technologies is rapidly growing in Canada. Dedicated to the development of easy-to-use, low energy solutions for solids management, it’s a team that has worked for two decades to develop and optimize affordable technologies. So it may be surprising to hear CEO Kevin Bossy say technical skills have to take a back seat compared to attitude. But he firmly believes it. This attitude has helped Bishop Water grow ten-fold over the last 15 years. It’s heart and desire that help find the new innovations, and proof positive that...2023-04-0441 min
Trinnovo TalksMarket insights with CEO James Cox: Priorities, Progression, and Non-Negotiables.In this episode, Alex speaks to James Cox, CEO of Trinnovo Group and founder of BioTalent. They discuss James’ story, his views on the current market conditions, his non-negotiables, and what he would prioritise if he was a consultant in today’s climate.2023-03-3120 min
AlbertaBETTERThe Brief: Transforming Healthcare in Alberta Through Innovation (BONUS)Alberta's opportunity to contribute to global solutions in agriculture, energy, and health is immense. Seizing this opportunity will take big ideas, lots of collaboration, and a little “can do” attitude. In the special series of The Brief, called Missions & Moonshots, we are talking to top experts, business leaders, innovators, and thought leaders across Alberta and Canada exploring solutions to the world’s biggest challenges in energy, agriculture, and health. Our guest is Reg Joseph, CEO of Health Cities, a leader in healthcare innovation, and he will be sharing his insights on Alberta's big opportunity to transf...2023-03-3029 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaDisruption to Make the World BetterThe entrepreneurial mindset was introduced early to Ronen Benin by his parents. They had moved to Canada with degrees that weren’t recognized. So they taught him, if you’re going to build something, make sure you are always build something for yourself too. He never forgot that. Today Ronen is the founder and CEO of a number of companies now such as Glissner which created the World’s firstclinical-grade phone sanitizer. It uses UV light to kill all viruses and bacteria on any phone in a couple seconds. He’...2023-03-2151 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaThe Surging Growth of Life Sciences in BCLife Sciences BC CEO Wendy Hurlburt remembers the surge started with a spirit of collaboration just as COVID was beginning to impact the world. Then came the talent crunch that forced many members in BC to find creative ways to keep their operations open.The Metro-Vancouver bio economy has some 1,300 organizations which collectively employ about 16,000 people. Three quarters of those companies have fewer than 20 full-time staff with the largest sub sector being bio-health (50%). The bigger companies are growing exponentially and scrambling to find talent. The smaller companies, still growing...2023-03-0736 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaForward-Thinking. Forward-Acting. BIOVECTRAPEI has become somewhat of a Mecca for the Bio Tech industry in Canada. And the biggest one is BIOVECTRA. It’s a company adding new team members seemingly every day having blossomed to over 600 in both PEI and Nova Scotia (and most of that growth during a global pandemic). For two consecutive years the company has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers demonstrating high performance in areas like training and skills development,financial benefits, employee engagement, and health and family benefits. In...2023-01-1032 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaBrunel Shares its Recruitment and Diversity StrategiesIf your job involves recruitment of talent, you know the name Brunel.In this episode Angelina Brathwaite, a Senior Client Partner with global network Brunel, shares what their offices are seeing when it comes to recruitment of talent in the life sciences. Is it better to have niche skills right now or a higher education? Are employees being realistic with salary expectations? What are the soft skills employers are looking for that can make an employee stand out? At the same time, companies need to continue ef...2022-12-1133 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaThe Powerful Benefits of DiversityAnessa is a software company specializing in biogas projects including anaerobic digestions. It’s headquartered in New Brunswick. They’re actively trying to recruit from the biogas side but in Atlantic Canada that’s a challenge. One thing Anessa did right away was adopt the principles of diversity and inclusion into their recruitment practices. Co-found Amir Akbari says there was a noticeable impact when it came to working with international markets – Anessa was able to understand client culture, even languages at times that competitors just couldn’t. At the same time t...2022-11-2729 min
BioTalent SocialMy Race in Life Sciences: The Power of Being Yourself with Dipesh Mistry-Dhillon‘You’re going to go through some hard times, but you’re going come out the other side.’ This episode of My Race in Science delves into the risks of ignoring changing terminology, the importance of mutual respect, and the necessity of representation at every level of the life sciences industry. We discussed the pitfalls and the positives experienced by people of colour in the LGBTQ+ community, the resources available, and the power of being yourself, even when the negativity around you starts to take its toll. How do we open up positive discussion? How do we empo...2022-11-2451 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaThe Science of Talent Podcast Trailer2022-11-1701 min
BioTalent SocialMy Race in Life Sciences: Exploring Meaningful Allyship with Allison Jack‘Standing out in some way is part of the journey of life.’ In this episode of My Race in Science, we explored the infinite value of self-belief, mentoring, and meaningful allyship in the fight against discrimination in the life sciences space. From sharing stories to speaking up for others – you don’t need to have experienced first-hand discrimination to be an impactful advocate. While diverse teams are starting to populate senior leadership positions, the persistence of the ‘Old Boys Club’ mentality still acts as a barrier to progression for minorities in today’s world, particularly for women of col...2022-11-1544 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaClean Slate UV’s Approach to Solving Two Staffing Issues – Attraction + DiversificationOne of the founders of Clean Slate UV is a self-professed “Germaphobe.” It’s that kind of awareness that led to a company that created patented UV technology and intelligent software to solve, among other problems:Smartphones are the third hand we never wash!Clean Slate leverages the power of UV-C light to inactivate some of the most resilient bacteria and viruses without damaging devices. It’s good science that has attracted clients ranging from world-class facilities, to hospitals, to five-star hotels. They’re now in 13 countries. But like many in th...2022-11-1329 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaScientific (and Talent) Discoveries at Applied Biological Materials Inc.There’s a song by Drake that goes “Started from the bottom – now we’re here.”That could be Ryan Saranchuk’s career theme song at Applied Biological Materials.In this episode Ryan shares ABM’s approach to recruiting and retaining talent for the successful company. And he’s a poster board for the potential within the company having started as a co-op student and now serving as company COO. As the company grows, it’s look for HR talent to help not only with recruitment and retention but performance management and mentorship program...2022-10-3029 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaGrowing the Digital Ag Eco-System AND Leaving No One BehindEpisode two of The Science of Talent focuses on the Agri-Bio subsector with Jacqueline Keena of EMILI. The Enterprise Machine Intelligence and Learning Initiative is dedicated to accelerating the adoption of the digital agriculture eco system in Manitoba and across the prairies. It was created to prepare and empower the Manitoba economy to leverage digital disruption.EMILI was founded on two strategic pillars: To provide information and support to industry as it considers the potential of intelligent technologies such as AI and machine learning To ensure people who are working in these industries that...2022-10-1628 min
BioTalent SocialThe Next Generation of Cell & Gene TherapiesOur BioTalent Social community came together for an informative discussion on ‘The Next Generation of Cell & Gene Therapies,’ hosted by our very own James Hume. The discussion touched on a multitude of topical themes and insights, including: The role of tech-transfer offices in turning early-stage interventions into products Current challenges and opportunities for CGT start-ups in Europe The complexities of clinical trials, and how we can make this smoother PHDs: the importance of scientific and entrepreneurial learning Viral vs. non-viral vectors Mindset in CGT: the importance of resilience, perseverance and ambiguity tolerance Thank you to our wond...2022-09-0855 minThe Science of Talent by BioTalent CanadaBiotechnology – One Part Science, Two Parts Human ResourcesBio Tech companies are committed to the business of science. It’s what we do every day. But there’s another commitment they’re engrossed in… attracting and retaining talented people.It’s an industry undergoing dramatic change with forecasts indicating the number of jobs will soon outnumber candidates by a ratio of four. So, what are Biotech leaders doing to prepare and respond to this? In episode one, host Rob Henderson, the CEO of BioTalent Canada talks with Reg Joseph, CEO of Health Cities, a not-for-profit corporation working with clinicians...2022-09-0839 min
BioTalent SocialThe Cultivated Meat Industry and LGBTQIA+ in Biotech with Mirasbek KuterbekovIn our most recent podcast, we were invited to listen to a conversation between Jogesh Bowry, Recruitment Consultant here at BioTalent, and Mirasbek Kuterbekov, Senior Scientist at Hoxton Farms where he combines his passion for animal welfare with his expertise in tissue engineering to create the most delicious slaughter-free animal fat.Mirasbek is a Senior Scientist at Hoxton Farms, where he combines his passion for animal welfare with his expertise in tissue engineering to create the most delicious slaughter-free animal fat. Prior to this, he was a Senior Research Specialist at The Dow Chemical Company as part...2022-08-0934 min
BioTalent SocialClinical in Switzerland: Start-up Bio vs. PharmaTake a listen to our latest episode, 'Clinical in Switzerland: Start up Bio vs. Pharma'. Please note this panel discussion is a pre-recorded webinar. We felt the content was so impactful, we decided to share it with our podcast listeners. Led by Indya Lofthouse-Smith, the discussion delved into an array of topics and insights, which included: From accessible candidate pools to quality of life: why Switzerland is such a desirable place to work and live There are benefits to working in both a specialist and cross-functional role, and worth exploring both To gain a leadership position in s...2022-08-0352 min
BioTalent SocialTackling the Gender Imbalance in Engineering with Lorraine LiuMeet our next confirmed speaker, Lorraine Liu. Lorraine is the Global Competency Leader of Project Control Management and at the same time Manager of 13 Project Controls globally at DSM. She is a CBC (China burn Canadian) and passionate about how things work since she was a kid, which might be an indication of her future career in the Engineering field. After obtaining her degree in Biotech Engineering and 2nd degree in International Economic Law, she clearly knows Engineering will be her career direction. She is a multi-languages speaker, able to communicate in 4 different languages (Chinese, Japanese, English and German) wh...2022-06-2118 min
BioTalent SocialNeurodiversity in Life Sciences with Christy MazzarisiHead of Quality (innovative and accomplished Quality Systems Professional) with a broad background in Pharmaceutical and Laboratory sciences (specializing in business development) with R&D and commercial manufacturing (sterile and non-sterile) experience with over 15 years of industry practice. Overall background and specialities include GMP & GLP, which have led to the strategic management of major programs such as gap analysis and transformation of Product Quality Systems (PQS), SOP transformation and optimization, QMS frameworks, and operational systems audits. She is passionate about continuous improvement activities and consistently building quality in each area of the life sciences. Advocate and Gala Committee Member fo...2022-06-0927 min
Trinnovo TalksEpisode 7 - Overcoming challenges and turning your performance around with Kayleigh BestIn this episode, Alex sat down with BioTalent's Kayleigh Best, who has just completed her first 18 months in recruitment. The first 12, by her own admission, were very challenging. However, trusting the process and showing great resilience has turned her performance around and she has enjoyed a staggeringly impressive first half of the year!2022-05-2519 min
BioTalent SocialDeveloping a Career in Quality within Life Sciences with Katie Terry, Greg Whitehead and Jared AuclairQuality is so important within the Life Sciences; however, identifying similarities and differences which are all very much organically grown across pharma, biotech, Medical Devices and CROs and the interactions between them across different GxPs stands for interesting discussions.Come together with our BioTalent Social community and join a panel of market-leading experts as we identify how to build and grow your career within quality, uncovering the tips and tools required to succeed. PanelDarren O'Connor - Host and Chair at BioTalentKatie Henchir Terry - Vice President, Quality at Acceleron Pharma...2022-04-1451 min
The Discover Halifax PodcastThe BioEnvironment in Atlantic Canada and BeyondThe Discover Halifax Podcast highlights all the sector expertise and research coming from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Join Rob Henderson, CEO of BioTalent Canada as we discuss the opportunities that exist in the BioEconomy in Halifax, Atlantic Canada, and beyond. Explore employment, education, and research opportunities that will continue to power the dynamic life sciences community into the next decade.The bio-economy is defined as the economic activity associated with the invention, development, production and use of primarily bio-based products, bio-based production processes and/or biotechnology-based intellectual property. It in...2022-01-2146 min
Operation Tango Romeo, the Trauma Recovery PodcastEp# 163. Joel Forrester, Ex-Militarycareers.comhttps://www.ex-militarycareers.com/
Ex-Military Careers is a social enterprise for the military community in the UK and the US, including Service leavers, veterans, military spouses & partners and reservists.
Our aim is to support our community to achieve a successful transition from the forces into a civilian career. Part of this service is our free to use job board and job search platform – unique to us. In addition, we provide tailored career advice and insight published on our website and shared across our large and growing on-line community.
Our platform has been expertly bu...2021-12-0632 min
BioTalent SocialThe Journey of a HealthTech Start-up with Dr Hemmel AmraniaDr. Hemmel Amrania YC21 is the founder of Digistain. A platform cancer diagnostics technology that promises to eliminate the overuse of cytotoxic chemotherapy. He is a world-leading expert in infrared imaging. He holds the degrees of MSc and PhD in Physics from SupOptique, Paris, and Imperial College London, where his work as a Post Doctorate Researcher in the field of laser-based medical imaging saw him file for 7 patents and receive the Imperial College's Outstanding Research Prize as well as the Royal Society Innovation Award for his contribution to breast cancer imaging. He spear-headed Digistain's R&D from its beginnings...2021-11-1054 min
Five Good Ideas PodcastFive Good Ideas about creating a successful hybrid workplaceIn this session, originally recorded on September 28, 2021, we asked Neena Gupta, a partner at Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP, to present her five good ideas about creating a successful hybrid workplace.
COVID-19 forced employers and employees to adapt to a virtual workplace. More than one and a half years into the pandemic, many employees don’t want to go back to the old ways of working, and employers are looking to find ways to create a hybrid workplace where their staff can work in the office as well as from home. Neena Gupta presents five good ideas about so...2021-10-1349 min
BioTalent SocialProject Leadership during a pandemic – building a state of the art facility in uncertain times with Andreas ZanderIn our most recent podcast, we were invited to listen to a conversation between Taylor Whelpton, Head of Global Engineering here at BioTalent, and Andreas Zander, an Engineering Project Director who has worked across the world on different projects, most recently, building a new, state of the art biologics manufacturing facility, for Boehringer Ingelheim in Vienna. Andreas is a Project Director at Boehringer Ingelheim, currently working on a project specialising in human vaccine production. He started his career as an apprentice in a Nuclear Power Plant before moving into working for a start-up which is where he ig...2021-10-1344 min
StartupvilleGlobal Biotech Week 2021Global Biotech Week started 18 years ago right here in Canada, and has since gone global, raising awareness for the significant role biotech plays in the world today.
So, to celebrate Global Biotech Week, we’ve interviewed three leaders in the biotech sector, to learn more about what they do, and what makes biotech different from the typical startup experience. We talked with Jay Robinson of Ag-West Bio and the GAAP Accelerator, Conrad Nixon, Co-founder of Back to Your Roots, and Rob Henderson, President and CEO of Biotalent Canada.
We talked with Jay about the GAAP Ac...2021-09-2951 min
BioTalent SocialMy Race in Life Sciences: Is your voice heard as a Black female in industry? with Corryn GardinerCorryn Gardiner is a Director of her own Quality Assurance Consultancy who works with pharmaceutical companies to help with the set-up and/or ongoing maintenance and responsibilities relating to the Pharmaceutical Quality System and maintaining licences.After spending over 10 years working in Quality Assurance Corryn believes and strives for quality and compliance to work hand in hand, without one being compromised for the other. Corryn has worked at and supported global pharmaceutical companies and related organisations including Fisher Bioservices part of Thermofisher Scientific, Eisai, Roche and Alexion. In addition to her varied Quality Assurance roles...2021-09-2039 min
Hopkins Biotech PodcastBoston Biotech Series: Finding a Position in Boston BiotechCarina Clingman, PhD is a Principal and Founder of Recruitomics Biotalent Consulting, a biotechnology hiring and recruitment agency based in Cambridge, MA. Carina originally trained as a biochemist, earning her PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Pharmacology from the University of Massachusetts Medical School. At Recruitomics, she leverages her expertise to find the best candidates for biotech positions, with a special focus on staffing roles and working with hiring managers in biotech startups. In this episode, Carina discusses her motivation behind starting her own consulting firm, and she generously shares a wealth of information about...2021-07-2652 min
BioTalent SocialStem Cells & Drug Discovery with Dr. Matthias StegerDr. Matthias Steger is co-Founder and CEO of Endogena Therapeutics, a biotech company with a novel drug discovery concept based on selective regulation of endogenous stem cells to repair and regenerate organs and tissues. Matthias worked for 22 years in the pharmaceutical-biotech industry. Prior to Endogena, he worked as Global Head of Research & Technology Partnering, at Roche, setting up and managing > 50 collaborations and acquisitions for novel drug modalities, new drug discovery technologies, as well as enabling technologies, such as translational models, biomarkers, and drug delivery/formulation. Matthias has also lead and implemented various corporate strategies exploring novel drug d...2021-07-0921 min
BioTalent SocialMy Race in Life Sciences: Yogesh Krishan DavéYogesh’s career in pharma spans over 38 years and he has operated his own UK registered limited company for the past 12 years. All his formal education has all been in the United Kingdom and he is proud to be a British Citizen. Yogesh is also proud of his heritage and ancestorial roots in India and he has tried to integrate the best of both cultures. Yogesh developed a passion for the natural sciences as a young teenager at a London middle school when he was inspired by his chemistry and biology teachers. That led him on his jour...2021-06-2952 min
BioTalent SocialDigital Solutions in Healthcare with Baris ErsezerBaris was always fascinated by technology and curious about how things were built. He started coding when he was a teenager and made this passion his job. His appetite for new challenges made him travel and work in different countries and companies. He created his own company to taste entrepreneurship and learned a lot from these diverse experiences. Currently, he believes that all the new technologies developed for different purposes like games, entertainment, transportation could help to understand user’s needs by analysing the collected data and provide high-value digital healthcare. The best solution for him is whe...2021-05-2622 min
The RAG Podcast - Recruitment Agency Growth PodcastSeason 4 | Ep 19 - James Cox from launching his start up within an established group to group CEO in 3 years!Today I was delighted to be joined on The RAG Podcast Live with James Cox, the Co-Founder of Bio Talent and the CEO of Trinnovo Group. Trinnovo is a fast-growth, international recruitment company, bringing together three market specialists and our own social enterprise:• Trust in SODA - digital• Broadgate Search – governance, finance, change• BioTalent - life sciences• Ex-MilitaryCareers.com – enabling ex-military career success (social enterprise)Launched in Jan 2018, this growth in 3 years has been incredible!In this episode, we discussed:🎙How and why he decided t...2021-04-291h 10
BioTalent SocialLeading with Empathy with Michael PottsThis is episode three and we are joined with Michael Potts an Experienced Manufacturing and Operations Director. Michael sees himself as an entrepreneur, with over 20 years’ experience in Pharmaceutical operations. He enjoys leading people, teams, departments and organisations to deliver excellence for the organisation and also for the individuals. Michael has a democratic leadership style, which helps ensure that he is inclusive and well-balanced to effectively communicate throughout his organisation. The collective power of great Leadership, trust and collaboration as the norm, in order to work together towards a common goal – “people shape an organisation”. He reiterated the impor...2021-03-0848 min
BioTalent SocialPeople, Equal Representation and How to Overcome Discrimination with Alexander DoyleOur new Diversity in Life Sciences Series. A trained Scientist with a passion for the people, Alex developed a strong interest in healthcare through working in the industry at Boehringer Ingelheim and Novartis and used his commercial acumen to transition from research and development into pharmaceutical recruitment consulting. Customer focus and in-depth industry knowledge have allowed Alex to partner effectively with Biotechnology organisations, CROs and pharmaceutical clients. Alex grew up in Barbados, which is known as the ‘Amputation capital’ of the world. This ignited his passion for treatment, disease and science. He later studied at Kings...2021-03-0845 min
BioTalent SocialPandemic Challenges & Agile Processes in Regulatory Affairs with Florin MuraruWith a career spanning over two decades in the Pharma industry Florin Muraru is a Regulatory Affairs executive with exposure to all steps of the registration process for pharmaceutical products, including CTAs, CP, MRP, and national submission.With an impressive strong regulatory expertise on drug development has vast experience in regulatory, cumulated more than 12 years in the Regulatory aspect of product development. Florin has the notable experience to develop and manage regulatory teams, in the last role had a major contribution to the successful implementation of an innovative, Regulatory HUB model service.During this episode...2021-03-0825 minRace in STEMPeople, Equal Representation and How to Overcome Discrimination with Alexander DoyleOur new Diversity in Life Sciences Series. A trained Scientist with a passion for the people, Alex developed a strong interest in healthcare through working in the industry at Boehringer Ingelheim and Novartis and used his commercial acumen to transition from research and development into pharmaceutical recruitment consulting. Customer focus and in-depth industry knowledge have allowed Alex to partner effectively with Biotechnology organisations, CROs and pharmaceutical clients. Alex grew up in Barbados, which is known as the ‘Amputation capital’ of the world. This ignited his passion for treatment, disease and science. He later studied at Kings...2021-03-0845 min
BioTalent SocialAI/Machine Learning in Pharmaceutical with Sion WynDuring this episode, we sat down with Sion Wyn an expert and pioneer in computer system validation, compliance and international regulations within the Life Sciences sector. During the episode, we discussed compliance requirements, the evolution of data integrity, ethical challenges and potential risks of use of systems for public health, product quality and patient safety – to ensure they are balanced with new and innovative tech for the benefit of the consumer.2021-03-0837 min
BioTalent SocialEach for Equal Special for International Women's Day with Sanne MarieTo celebrate International Women’s Day 2020, we sat down with Sanne Marie Løkke Olsen. Sanne is a Business Unit Leader at Thermo Fisher Scientific. Sanne grew up a mother who worked in pharmaceutical and met one of her inspirational friends – who researched molecules to fight cancer and discover new cures for diseases, which ignited her passion and desire to follow in her scientific footsteps. 2021-03-0843 min
Querida Universidad#21# Marta Rodríguez - BiotecnologíaEn el episodio número veintiuno hablo con Marta sobre biotecnología.
Marta es graduada por la Universidad de Cádiz y, tras dos experiencias Erasmus, valoró aún más la gran labor científica de los españoles.
En esta charla hablamos del sacrificio que conlleva esta carrera y cómo aprendes a comprender la ciencia desde dentro.
Os dejo por aquí el instagram de biotalent, una cuenta sobre la que nos habla Marta, esta cuenta trata la ciencia y puede que os ayude un poquito más.
Perfil biotalent (@biotalento): https://www.instagram.com/biotalento/
Música: https://www...2020-10-2049 min
Biotechnology Focus Podcast072 | ImmunoBiochem is haloed with angel investors, BioTalent Canada provides subsidy for more “green jobs”, giving the gift of sight and moreAhead of Biotechnology Focus radio are some of the highlights of the week. ImmunoBiochem is haloed with angel investors after completing a new round of financing. Biotalent Canada provides subsidy to fund more “green jobs” for young graduates. eSight named one of the best inventions in 2017 by giving the gift of sight. Zymeworks presents results of ongoing completed dose escalation phase 1 oncology study. Welcome to another episode of Biotechnology Focus radio. I am your host, Michelle Currie, here to give you a run-down of the top stories of Canada’s biot...2017-12-1900 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast067 | 2017 Bio Employee Survey – The millennials want to be heardIn this episode of the Biotechnology Podcast, Dean Fulford, vice-president of HR consulting for Stratford Managers Corp. discusses some key points from the recently concluded 2017 Bio Employee Survey conducted by Biotechnology Focus, Stratford Managers and BioTalent Canada. A younger cohort of employees are making their voices heard, and it will serve biotech companies to listen to their demands, according to Dean.2017-10-1000 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast066 | 2017 Bio Employee Survey results reveal encouraging workplace trendThe results of this year’s Bio Employee Survey are in. And for this week’s episode of the Biotechnology Focus podcast, we’re providing you with an exclusive sneak peek of what the pollsters found. The follow-on poll to Canada’s first-ever biotech and life science HR-focused survey shows encouraging signs regarding the industry’s workplace, according to Dean Fulford, vice president of human resources consulting at Stratford Managers Corp. A few weeks ago, Biotechnology Focus, Stratford Managers, and BioTalent Canada launched the poll in order to take the pulse of the Canadian biotech and life s...2017-09-2700 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast065 | 3SBIO purchase Therapure Biopharma, a CAR-T trial patient dies, and Mavenclad makes a breakthroughChina’s 3SBio gains a North American through its $290 million purchase of Canada’s Therapure Biopharma Marck’s cladribine tablet Mavenclad achieves sustained control of relapsing multiple sclerosis. A patient enrolled in a CAR-T trial dies. I’m Nestor Arellano. And these are the stories we’ll discuss today on the Biotechnology Focus Podcast. But first, let’s talk about the future of Canada’s life science workplace and workforce +++++ What are the things that employees in Canada’s life science industry value about their workplace? What is it abo...2017-09-1200 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast064 | BioTalent Canada chief talks about the life science talent gap In this episode of the Biotechnology Focus podcast, Rob Henderson, the president and CEO of BioTalent Canada, discusses what can be done to avert a life science industry talent shortage and why it is important to take the pulse of the sector's workforce landscape. Recently, BioTalent Canada has partnered with Biotechnology Focus and Stratford Managers Corporation on a life science HR-focused online survey which is open to Canada's life science professionals and organizations from August 28 to September 15. Henderson discusses how data from the survey can be used by companies to attract new talent, and enhance workplace...2017-09-0600 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast063 | Canadian life science industry HR surveyWhat are the things that employees in Canada’s life sciences sector value about their workplace? What attributes of their organization keep them engage and productive each day? How can you, as an employer attract and retain great talent? How can you, as an employee, let your employee recognize what you need to grow your career, become more productive, and engage in your work? In this episode of the Biotechnology Focus podcast, Deal Fulford, vice-president of human resources consulting for Startford Managers Corporation, talks about the nationwide life sciences HR-focus survey his company is conducting with Biotechnology Fo...2017-08-2900 minBiotechnology Focus Podcast041 | A big money raise by Fusion and BioTalent Canada's newest report hits the streetsComing up on Biotechnology Focus Radio : Toronto’s Fusion Pharmaceuticals closes a US$25M Series A financing round led by Johnson & Johnson Innovation and BioTalent Canada releases Paving the Way, its latest labour market report. We have this and much more for you on this week’s show. Welcome to another episode of Biotechnology Focus Radio. I’m your host Shawn Lawrence, here to give you a rundown of this week’s top stories on the Canadian biotech scene. Story 1 Our first story this week has roots in Canada’s two biggest cities, with Enigma...2017-02-2800 min