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Unstoppable StoriesUnstoppable Stories - Episode 9: Forever a LearnerIn this episode of Unstoppable Stories, host Nathan James sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Merissa Blackwell—Army Reserve, Logistics Officer for the U.S. Federal Government, and proud UMGC alumna. Merissa shares her journey from her early years, where education was the key to unlocking her dreams, to her path of service and lifelong learning. From earning her bachelor’s and MBA while serving in the Army Reserves to inspiring her husband to pursue his degree, Merissa’s commitment to education has had a ripple effect on her family. A true advocate for being a forever learner, she’s also pas...
2025-04-3039 min
Driving the Business of ScienceThe Importance of QualityKeith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group, discusses the business aspects of drug development with James Blackwell, Ph.D., MBA, President of Windshire Group. They explore the importance of quality in life science, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach beyond compliance. Blackwell highlights the significance of modality-agnostic strategies, the impact of AI on efficiency, and the necessity of a simple yet effective quality system. He shares insights on managing compliance, the importance of senior leadership, and the potential cost savings from effective quality systems, citing an example where a challenging, but well-executed investigation saved AbbVie ~$8.5 billion by avoiding...
2025-04-2227 min