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NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E14: NovaSonix HealthcareNovaSonix Healthcare is a medtech startup based in London, Ontario developing a portable attachment that converts any standard ultrasound machine into a real-time 3D scanner for musculoskeletal imaging. The goal is to give clinicians MRI-like image quality at the point of care, without the wait.In Canada, patients with musculoskeletal injuries and diseases currently wait an average of 89 days for a medically necessary MRI.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and CEO Randa Mudathir about a company that began as a master's thesis project at Western University and found its footing after winning...
2026-06-0922 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E13: Magellan BiomedicalMagellan Biomedical is a medical device company based in Toronto working on a problem that has been hiding in plain sight for almost a century. The fundamental tools used in cardiac catheterization have not meaningfully changed since 1929, and in some of the most critical procedures, conventional tools fail up to twenty percent of the time.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and CEO Ali Tavallaei about a device called the CAT Pilot, which gives surgeons precise local control over the tip of a catheter during minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures. Where conventional tools achieve roughly a...
2026-06-0235 min
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E6 - National Research Council of CanadaDr. Lakshmi Krishnan is Vice President of Research (Life Sciences) at the National Research Council of Canada, one of the country's most influential science organizations in the country. The NRC connects industry, academia, and government to drive innovation and often is quietly behind-the-scenes helping steer some of the most significant advances in Canadian Life Sciences.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with Lakshmi about her journey that began in Chennai, India, wound through New Delhi, Edmonton, and Ottawa, and eventually lead to her becoming one of the most senior leaders in the Canadian Life Sciences community.
2026-05-261h 28
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E12: NerView SurgicalNerView Surgical is a medtech startup based in Hamilton, Ontario developing a handheld imaging device that gives surgeons the ability to visualize nerves in real time during surgery. It sounds like something that should already exist. It doesn't. The current standard of care is the naked eye.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with founder and CEO Mann Parikh about a company born out of a university course at McMaster, driven forward by a thousand cold emails to surgeons, and now supported by advisors at some of the most respected medical institutions in the world including Mayo...
2026-05-1424 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S2.E4: BioHubBased in Kitchener, Ontario, BioHub is an applied research facility at Conestoga College that helps companies move ideas from concept to commercialization.Their model is simple but powerful: instead of renting space or equipment, they provide hands-on technical expertise and student talent to solve real industry challenges in biotechnology and biosciences. With seven lab spaces including biosafety level two certification, state of the art analytical equipment, and a team of subject matter experts, BioHub is quietly becoming one of the most useful resources in the Waterloo Region life sciences ecosystem.In this episode, host Jim...
2026-05-1228 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E11: Vasomune TherapeuticsVasomune Therapeutics is a clinical stage biotech company that spun out of Sunnybrook Research Institute in Toronto. Their lead molecule targets vascular leak, a common underlying factor in some of the most serious conditions in medicine including sepsis, pneumonia, cerebral edema, and severe burns.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with the President and CEO if Vasomune, Brian Jahns, about a company that has made remarkable progress to date and secures nearly $10million USD in non-dilutive funding. Brian makes a passionate case for Canadian self-reliance in life sciences... and asks Jim to share how the NG...
2026-05-0732 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E10: Kare Chemical TechnologiesBased in Mississauga, Ontario, Kare Chemical Technologies is a synthetic chemistry company working on something that sounds unlikely but could change how we treat chronic pain. By converting a byproduct of citrus orange peels into pharmaceutical grade cannabinoids, the company is developing non-psychoactive alternatives to opioids for patients dealing with long-term pain.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and COO Kareem Abdur-Rashid about a company that began with a family member's diagnosis, a father's decades of experience in organometallic chemistry, and a young scientist who signed up before fully realizing what he was getting...
2026-04-3026 min
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E5 - Ontario Centre of InnovationClaudia Krywiak is President and CEO of the Ontario Centre of Innovation which is a government-funded organization that helps small and medium-sized enterprises commercialize research by connecting industry, academic, and government partners to drive innovation across the province.In this episode, Jim Wilson speaks with Claudia Krywiak about her journey that began in a small town in Poland, wound through Dubai and Toronto, and eventually lead her to the heart of Ontario's innovation ecosystem. Jim speaks with Claudia talks about growing up between cultures, finding her footing in Canada, and how curiosity has been the common thread...
2026-04-281h 18
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E9: HygenX AiIn this episode of NGBiLab, Jim Wilson speaks with HygenX.AI co-founder and CTO Kris Rupay about a company that started in a garage during the pandemic and was originally founded to help restore confidence in air travel. What began as a UV disinfection robot for airplane aisles evolved into a potentially life-saving technology now being deployed in hospitals across North America.The team at HygenX.AI have developed an autonomous AI-driven robotic UV disinfection technology that is designed to make healthcare spaces safer, faster, and cleaner. Their robot, RAY, can disinfect a patient room in minutes...
2026-04-2341 min
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E4 - BlueRock Therapeutics LPIn the next episode of NGBideas Jim Wilson sits down with Gerald Prince who is Senior Director of GMP Manufacturing Gerald Prince at Bluerock Therapeutics. Gerald's professional journey has wound through some of North America's largest food, consumer goods, and pharmaceutical companies and ultimately landed him at MaRS Discovery District in Toronto. Gerald's story began in Stockton, California where his childhood home was unfortunately touched by gun violence but teachers and coaches believed in him before he believed in himself and their encouragement helped set Gerald on a career path defined by leadership, ambition and perseverence. His journey eventually bro...
2026-04-211h 14
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E8: Targa BiomedicalTarga Biomedical is developing pharmacological solutions designed to improve the quality of cells, tissues, and organs for transplantation and regenerative medicine. Based in Montreal, Quebec, their technology has the potential to rescue damaged donor organs that would otherwise be discarded, making more transplants possible for patients in need.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and CEO Shant Der Sarkissian about how a chance observation in the lab, combined with a conversation with a cardiac surgeon next door, became the foundation for a company seven years in the making. Shant walks through the science behind...
2026-04-1624 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S2.E3: SPEC LabsSPEC Labs is a not-for-profit organization in Mississauga, Ontario that provides shared, ready-to-use wet lab space for life sciences startups in need of room to grow. Their all-inclusive model is designed to remove one of the biggest barriers facing Canadian biotech companies: access to affordable lab infrastructure.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with founder and CEO Doris Qamar about how a frustrating gap in the Canadian market sparked an idea that took years to bring to life. What started as a search for scalable lab space for a small biotech company became...
2026-04-1424 min
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E3 - Dr. Kullervo HynynenDr. Kullervo Hynynen is Vice President of Research and Innovation at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto, Ontario, and a global leader in focused ultrasound technology. His decades of work have helped transform how the medical community approaches treatment for some of the most challenging neurological and oncological conditions.Join host Jim Wilson as he speaks with Dr. Hynynen about his remarkable journey that began on a small farm in rural Finland and lead to one of the most significant breakthroughs in the history of neuroscience. What started as a rejected NIH grant proposal became the foundation...
2026-04-0954 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E7: Cove NeurosciencesCove Neurosciences is a precision neuroscience company in Toronto, Ontario that is focused on translating complex brain data into meaningful insights. Their analytics software helps researchers and pharmaceutical companies better understand human brain function without requiring specialized data science expertise.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and CEO Dr. Nardin Samuel about the company's unexpected beginnings inside a University of Toronto research lab. What started as a grant application to solve a data analysis problem became the foundation for a commercial software platform now targeting pharmaceutical companies and EEG device manufacturers.Nardin...
2026-04-0723 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S2.E2: Innovation FactoryInnovation Factory in Hamilton, Ontario is one of 17 regional innovation centres across Ontario providing free advisory services, training, and mentorship to entrepreneurs at every stage - from idea to scale-up. With a particular strength in life sciences, roughly 35% of the 850+ companies Innovation Factory supports each year come from that sector, drawn in part by Hamilton's exceptional ecosystem of hospitals, universities, and research institutions.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with Shannon Graszat, Manager of Venture Growth at Innovation Factory, about how the organization helps founders turn ideas into products, access hospital and university networks, and tap...
2026-04-0216 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E6: SkinopathySkinopathy is a medical technology company in Toronto that is on a mission to provide accessible healthcare on demand. By integrating advanced artificial intelligence with smartphone technology, Skinopathy allows patients to screen for skin cancer and other conditions from home, bridging the gap between early detection and specialized medical intervention.In this episode, host Jim Wilson speaks with co-founder and CEO Keith Loo about the company’s "accidental" beginnings during the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a conversation between friends about the alarming rise in late-stage skin cancer became a life-saving tool now used globally. Keith discusses th...
2026-03-3134 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E5: Xpan MedicalJoin host Jim Wilson for a conversation with Zaid Atto, founder and CEO of Xpan in Vaughan, Ontario.Xpan is a medical device company focused on minimally invasive surgery, developing a new approach to surgical trocars used in laparoscopic procedures - tools that haven’t changed much in decades, despite being used in millions of procedures every year.Zaid shares how the idea started while he was studying biomedical engineering at the University of Toronto, after hearing firsthand from surgeons frustrated with the limitations of existing devices. He walks through the journey from a university ca...
2026-03-2743 min
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E2 - NMX Research and SolutionsNMX Research and Solutions is a specialized biopharma firm in Laval, Quebec, that is helping scientists find new medicines faster. By using tools like NMR spectroscopy and Fragment-Based Lead Discovery, NMX bridges the gap between lab research and real-world cures while mentoring the next generation of Canadian biotech leaders.In this episode Jim Wilson sits down with founder Steven LaPlante to trace his journey from a dairy farm in upstate New York to the front lines of drug discovery. Steven discusses the "shoveling manure" work ethic that fueled his move into science, his childhood spent building farm...
2026-03-241h 13
NGBideasNGBideas S4: Replay - Matthew MillerThis week we reach into our archive for a throwback conversation with Matthew Miller who is a distinguished scientist and academic leader at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. Listen in as Matthew shares his journey from a small town in Ontario's cottage ciuntry to becoming a key leader in Canada's infectious disease research community.Listen in as Matthew discusses how serendipity and mentorship shaped his career, the challenges of starting a lab, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on his work.Matthew also touches on the importance of basic science funding and his vision f...
2026-03-201h 01
NGBideasNGBideas S4.E1 - Vive Crop ProtectionVive Crop Protection is a leading agri-tech company in Mississauga, Ontario that is dedicated to helping farmers "do more with less." By focusing on development over discovery, Vive combines synthetic chemistry with bio-based pesticides to create high-performance products that lower costs for growers while reducing the environmental footprint of traditional farming.In this episode, host Jim Wilson sits down with CEO and co-founder Darren Anderson to trace his journey from a chemistry-obsessed high schooler in Sarnia to the head of a major Canadian innovation success story. Darren discusses the "accident of history" that led...
2026-03-171h 23
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E4: AxCell Labs AxCell Labs is a biotech startup company in Sherbrooke Quebec that is developing a new generation of biomaterials designed to help the body heal itself. Their core innovation is a specialized scaffold made from bacterial cellulose—originally derived from a local kombucha culture—that provides a physical structure for human cells to colonize and regenerate soft tissue lost to trauma, surgery, or cancer.In this episode, host Jim Wilson sits down with CEO Jérémie Chaussé to share the "accidental" origin story of the company, which began when two university students went door-to-door hunting for kombu...
2026-03-1229 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E3: EncephalXJoin host Jim Wilson for a conversation with Simon LaPointe, founder and CEO of EncephalX in Sherbrooke, Quebec.EncephalX is a medical device company focused on helping people recovering from severe head injuries and strokes. Their main invention, the Dynamic Cranioplasty System, aims to turn two dangerous brain surgeries into one by creating a special implant that allows the brain to swell and heal safely without having to leave a piece of the skull out.Simon shares how a college internship took him out of the classroom and directly into operating rooms, where seeing the...
2026-03-1021 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S2.E1: Cortex DesignJoin host Jim Wilson for a conversation with Dylan Horvath who is founder and principal of Cortex Design in Toronto, Ontario. Cortex helps MedTech teams take medical devices from early concept through to commercialization, with a focus on designing for real users and the full set of stakeholders who influence adoption. Dylan shares how a childhood obsession with robotics led him into systems design engineering, then into industrial design, and ultimately into building Cortex into a specialized MedTech practice. They talk about the high-stakes Qualcomm Tricorder XPRIZE experience, what it taught the team about focus an...
2026-03-0544 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E2: Revive WellnessIn this episode of NGBi Lab, host Jim Wilson welcomes Loreen Wales, the Founder and CEO of Revive Wellness and My Viva.Discover the harrowing origin story that fueled Loreen's mission: a near-fatal accident at age 19 that left her with a miracle survival and a relentless drive to transform how we deliver patient care.From her early days as a dietitian in Edmonton to realizing that the healthcare system lacked a personalized, scalable plan for patients, Loreen discusses her 18-year journey of building a holistic digital health platform.From the grit required to...
2026-03-0334 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S3.E1: Canurta TherapeuticsIn this episode of NGBi Lab, host Jim Wilson welcomes Akeem Gardner, CEO and Founder of Canurta Therapeutics. Discover how Akeem transitioned from law school and farming into the biotech space to build a company developing botanical drug candidates for neurodegenerative diseases, with a lead program targeting ALS.From his unconventional entrepreneurial journey and the shift from ingredient supplier to full biotechnology company, to the stark financial realities of funding clinical trials, this conversation dives deep into the conviction and risk required to innovate in the life sciences sector.Tune in to learn about his...
2026-02-2431 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S1.E2: mcCallumSatherIn this episode of NGBiPlus, Jim Wilson sits down with Mary Georgious and Liam Brown who are members of the team at McCallum-Sather Architects to explore the company's forward-thinking approach to sustainable, integrated design in the life sciences sector. Mary and Liam share how their architectural and mechanical engineering expertise come together to shape high-performance lab environments and discuss the importance of collaboration, adaptability, and user-centered planning—especially when transforming aging facilities into modern research spaces. Their work on the University of Waterloo’s Earth Sciences and Chemistry complex offers a compelling look at the opportunities and challenges of reno...
2025-12-0932 min
NGBideasS3.E10: Amol DeshpandeListen in as Jim Wilson soeaks with Dr. Amol Deshpande who shares his journey from a Toronto upbringing to a diverse career spanning chronic pain medicine, emergency and cardiac care, healthcare consulting, and his experience wirking in venture support at MaRS. Amol reflects on his roles at UHN, WSIB, Toronto Rehab, and AIoT Health, as well as launching his podcast Reboot Health.Amol also discusses the state of Canadian life sciences, the need for genuine collaboration, and the importance of clear national vision. He closes with personal reflections on fatherhood and what’s next in his mission to...
2025-12-041h 00
NGBideasNGBiLab S2.E8: CobionixJoin Jim Wilson for an engaging conversation with Nima Zamani, co-founder of Cobionix. Nima shares his inspiring journey of building a cutting-edge robotics company and how Cobionix is revolutionizing healthcare with its needle-free AI-powered robotic injection technology that is addressing labor shortages, and pioneering autonomous medical solutions. Nima also delves into the challenges of entrepreneurship and the critical role of human-robot collaboration in transforming the medical field.
2025-11-2723 min
NGBiLabS2.E7: YellowBird DiagnosticIn this episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson welcomes the innovative minds behind YellowBird Diagnostics: Nicholas Calvert, Alexia Kirby, and Adam Shuhendler. Discover how this dynamic team, spun out of the University of Ottawa, is revolutionizing disease diagnosis with cutting-edge chemical technologies. From their entrepreneurial journey to the challenges of bringing molecular imaging to the clinic, this conversation delves into the heart of innovation in the life sciences sector. Tune in to learn about their vision to become leaders in advanced imaging dye innovation and their plans for the future.
2025-11-2018 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S2.E7: YellowBird DiagnosticIn this episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson speaks with Nicholas Calvert, Alexia Kirby, and Adam Shuhendler who are the innovative minds behind YellowBird Diagnostics. Discover how this dynamic team spun their academic startup out of the University of Ottawa and how they and their team are revolutionizing disease diagnosis with cutting-edge chemical technologies. From their entrepreneurial journey to the challenges of bringing molecular imaging to the clinic, this conversation delves into the heart of innovation in the life sciences sector. Tune in to learn about their vision to become leaders in advanced imaging dye innovation and their plans...
2025-11-2018 min
NGBideasS3.E8: Marc JeschkeIn this engaging episode, Jim Wilson sits down with Marc Jeschke who is a globally renowned surgeon and researcher to explore his inspiring journey from growing up in Germany to becoming a leading figure in burn care and medical research. Marc shares insights into his early life, the challenges and triumphs of his career, and his vision for the future of healthcare. Discover how his passion for innovation and dedication to patient care have shaped his path and continue to drive his work at Hamilton Health Sciences.
2025-11-191h 07
NGBideasNGBiLab S2: Replay - PragmaClinIn this archived episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson revisits his conversation with Bronwyn Bridges, CEO and co-founder of PragmaClin, a pioneering startup from St. John's, Newfoundland. PragmaClin's innovative digital tool, Prims, is designed to enhance the assessment of Parkinson's disease, offering more objective and efficient pathways for neurological care. Bronwyn reflects on her journey, the hurdles overcome, and the serendipitous moments that shaped PragmaClin's mission to make healthcare more accessible.
2025-11-0625 min
NGBiLabS2: Replay - PragmaClinIn this archived episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson revisits his conversation with Bronwyn Bridges, CEO and co-founder of PragmaClin, a pioneering startup from St. John's, Newfoundland. PragmaClin's innovative digital tool, Prims, is designed to enhance the assessment of Parkinson's disease, offering more objective and efficient pathways for neurological care. Bronwyn reflects on her journey, the hurdles overcome, and the serendipitous moments that shaped PragmaClin's mission to make healthcare more accessible.
2025-11-0625 min
NGBideasS3: Replay - Christine AllenIn this archive episode of NGBideas, host Jim Wilson sits down with Professor Christine Allen from the University of Toronto's Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy. Join us as we explore Dr. Allen's remarkable journey from her early days in Ottawa to becoming a globally recognized leader in drug formulation and development. Discover her insights on the integration of AI in drug development, her experiences in academia and industry, and her inspiring personal story of resilience and innovation. Tune in for an engaging conversation that delves into the future of life sciences and the power of formulation to transform medicine.
2025-11-041h 08
NGBideasNGBiLab S2: Replay - TATUM BioscienceIn this throwback episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson sits down with Kevin Neal and Jean-Francois Mio from Tatum Bioscience in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Discover how they are revolutionizing cancer treatment by programming bacteria to become cancer-fighting drugs. Learn about their journey, the challenges they face, and their vision for the future of immunotherapy. Tune in to explore the cutting-edge innovations in Canada's life sciences sector.
2025-10-3018 min
NGBiLabS2: Replay - TATUM BioscienceIn this throwback episode of NGBiLab, host Jim Wilson sits down with Kevin Neal and Jean-Francois Mio from Tatum Bioscience in Sherbrooke, Quebec. Discover how they are revolutionizing cancer treatment by programming bacteria to become cancer-fighting drugs. Learn about their journey, the challenges they face, and their vision for the future of immunotherapy. Tune in to explore the cutting-edge innovations in Canada's life sciences sector.
2025-10-3018 min
NGBideasS3: Replay - Brigitte NoletIn this throwback episode of NGBideas, host Jim Wilson sits down with Brigitte Nolet, President and CEO of Roche Canada Pharma. They explore Brigitte's journey as a trisector leader, her personal experiences as a patient, and her insights into Canada's life sciences sector. Discover the importance of honesty in leadership and the potential of healthcare innovation. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, ambition, and the future of healthcare in Canada.
2025-10-2857 min
NGBideasNGBiLab S2: Replay - Vessl ProstheticsThis week, we’re throwing it back to when Jim connected with Sydney Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Vessl Prosthetics, based in London, Ontario. Sydney and her team are pioneering next-generation prosthetic solutions specifically designed for below-knee amputees. Their innovative technology features automatic adjustments that ensure a consistently comfortable fit—greatly improving quality of life for many.In 2025, Vessl Prosthetics made significant strides, securing key funding and expanding their impact in the prosthetics field. Their journey perfectly exemplifies the spirit of innovation and collaboration that NGBi is proud to amplify—showcasing real-world breakthroughs happening across Canada’s life s...
2025-10-2317 min
NGBiLabS2: Replay - Vessl ProstheticsThis week, we’re throwing it back to when Jim connected with Sydney Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Vessl Prosthetics, based in London, Ontario. Sydney and her team are pioneering next-generation prosthetic solutions specifically designed for below-knee amputees. Their innovative technology features automatic adjustments that ensure a consistently comfortable fit—greatly improving quality of life for many.In 2025, Vessl Prosthetics made significant strides, securing key funding and expanding their impact in the prosthetics field. Their journey perfectly exemplifies the spirit of innovation and collaboration that NGBi is proud to amplify—showcasing real-world breakthroughs happening across Canada’s life s...
2025-10-2317 min
NGBideasNGBiPlus S1.E1: VIDOJoin host Jim Wilson as he sits down with Dr. Arinjay Banerjee and Dr. Volker Gerdts from the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO) in Saskatoon. Discover how VIDO is at the forefront of infectious disease research and vaccine development, bridging human and animal health. Learn about their cutting-edge facilities, global partnerships, and the ambitious plans to make Canada a leader in pandemic preparedness. This episode offers a deep dive into the world of life sciences and the inspiring stories behind the scientists driving innovation. Tune in for insights that could shape the future of global health.
2025-10-1637 min
NGBideasS3.E6: Bill HunterJoin Jim Wilson as he sits down with Bill Hunter, a pioneering figure in the Canadian life sciences community. From his early days in Mississauga to founding Angiotech Pharmaceuticals, Bill shares his journey of innovation, resilience, and the pursuit of medical breakthroughs. Discover how his passion for science and entrepreneurship led to the development of life-saving technologies and his vision for the future of med-tech. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about leadership, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of progress in healthcare.
2025-09-301h 07
NGBiLabS2.E3: HDAX TherapeuticsJoin host Jim Wilson as he sits down with Nabanita Nawar, co-founder of HDAX Therapeutics, to explore the groundbreaking work in targeting disease driver proteins for novel medicine development. Discover the journey from academic research to entrepreneurial success, and learn about the innovative two-side binding mechanism that could revolutionize treatments for neuropathies and cardiometabolic diseases. Tune in for insights into the challenges and triumphs of biotech entrepreneurship and the future of HDAX Therapeutics.
2025-09-1124 min
NGBideasS3.E2: Alison SymingtonIn this episode of NGBI Ideas, host Jim Wilson sits down with Alison Symington, a key leader in the Ontario life sciences community. Alison shares her journey from the UK to Canada, her academic pursuits, and her impactful career in life sciences. Discover how she bridges the gap between industry and academia, and her insights on the future of genomics and AI. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about innovation, collaboration, and the power of storytelling in science.
2025-09-031h 02
NGBideasS3.E1: Andrew CaseyIn this episode of NGBideas, host Jim Wilson sits down with Andrew Casey, the outgoing President and former CEO of Biotech Canada. They discuss Andrew's journey from his early days in Montreal to leading one of Canada's most influential biotech organizations. Andrew shares insights on the challenges and triumphs of his career, the future of the biotech industry, and his thoughts on leadership and innovation. Tune in to hear about the pivotal moments that shaped his path and the next big ideas on his horizon.
2025-08-261h 03
NGBideasS2.E10: Sarah Howe | St. Joseph's Research InstituteJune 18th 2024 – This week, we welcome Sarah Howe, Chief Operating Officer of St. Joseph’s Research Center in Hamilton, Ontario. Join us as we delve into Sarah’s journey, from founding Y-Space at York University to her triumphs and challenges in leading the next generation of mental health, lung and chest, kidney, and genitourinary research in Canada.St. Joe's Research Institute: research.stjoes.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-06-181h 02
NGBideasS2.E9: Ivy Parks | BD CanadaJune 11th 2024 – This week, we have the pleasure of speaking with Ivy Parks, President of BD Canada. Ivy's journey began in a customer service role, and over the past 20 years, she has risen through the ranks to lead the company. Join us as we explore her career path, the challenges she has overcome, and her vision for the future of BD Canada. BD Canada: BD.com Get Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-06-1158 min
NGBiLabS1.E10: The MedTech ConferenceJune 6th 2024 – This week, we're deviating from our usual focus on promoting Canadian life science startups to speak with Ray Briscuso of AdvaMed about the MedTech Conference happening in Toronto from October 15th to 17th. The MedTech Conference is the world’s leading medical technology event, bringing together C-suite executives from around the globe. If you have a MedTech company in Canada, we encourage you to consider attending this event.The MedTech Conference: themedtechconference.com AdvaMed: advamed.org Get Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-06-0624 min
NGBiLabS1.E9: HyIvyMay 30th, 2024 – This week, we are thrilled to welcome Rachel Bartholomew, the founder and CEO of HyIvy in Waterloo, Ontario. Rachel is also the visionary behind FemTech Canada, an organization dedicated to fostering entrepreneurs in women's health innovation. We will be speaking with Rachel about the story behind HyIvy and how FemTech is emerging as a crucial part of the next generation of healthcare. HyIvy: hyivy.com Femtech Canada: femtech.caGrand River Regional Cancer Centre: grhosp.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-3025 min
NGBideasS2.E8: Tom Mikkelsen | Ontario Brain InstituteMay 28th 2024 – Join us this week for a conversation with Dr. Tom Mikkelsen, President and Scientific Director of the Ontario Brain Institute in Toronto, Ontario, and Co-Director of the Hermelin Brain Center at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Mikkelsen is recognized as one of the top 0.04% of scholars researching glioblastoma, the most aggressive form of brain cancer, over the past decade.Ontario Brain Institute: braininstitute.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-281h 01
NGBiLabS1.E8: PragmaClinMay 23rd 2024 – We are delighted to speak with Bronwyn Bridges, CEO and Co-Founder of PragmaClin, a startup based in St. John’s, Newfoundland. Bronwyn and her team have developed a remarkable digital tool called PRIMS for assessing Parkinson’s Disease and what they are doing is catching the attention of the life sciences sector.PragmaClin: pragmaclin.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-2325 min
NGBideasS2.E7: Nicole Dekort | Medtech CanadaMay 22nd 2024 – This week we’re thrilled to welcome Nicole Dekort, President & CEO of Medtech Canada. Join us as we dive into Nicole's journey, from her early days with the Ontario Liberal Party to leading Medtech Canada, and the triumphs and losses along the way. Medtech Canada: medtechcanada.orgGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-221h 03
NGBiLabS1.E7: ProteinQureMay 16th 2024 – This week we welcome Lucas Siow of ProteinQure based out of Toronto, Ontario to the show. Lucas and his team are pioneering novel peptide therapies with the help of quantum computing and have recently made a breakthrough in the realm of triple-negative breast cancer.ProteinQure: proteinqure.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-1623 min
NGBideasS2.E6: Raphael Ronen | Sunnybrook Research InstituteMay 14th 2024 – Our guest this week is Raphael Ronen, Director of Business Development at Sunnybrook Research Institute. Sunnybrook holds the designation of being recognized as a Centre of Excellence by the Focused Ultrasound Foundation—the first in Canada, and one of only seven worldwide. Regarded as one of the most comprehensive and globally successful programs, Raphael helps get their technology from the bench and into the hands of doctors.Sunnybrook Research Institute: sunnybrook.ca/research/Get Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2024-05-141h 00
NGBiLabS1.E6: VoxCell BioInnovationMay 9th 2024 – Joining us today is Karolina Valente, CEO & CSO of VoxCell BioInnovation, along with her business partner, Kevin Vos, Vice President of Business Development. Based in Victoria, BC, they're pioneering the next generation of 3D tissue printing. Their innovative tissue models hold the promise of giving cancer researchers more comprehensive data, faster, ultimately expediting these life-saving therapies to market and into the hands of those who need them sooner.
2024-05-0923 min
NGBideasS2.E5: Tamara Seales | Seaford PharmaceuticalsMay 7th, 2024 – Join us this week as we welcome Tamara Seales, President of Seaford Pharmaceuticals, a Canadian-made and family-owned business. Founded in 1991 by the Seales family, Seaford Pharmaceuticals boasts a proud legacy. Today, Tamara leads the company, continuing the vision set forth by her father, Ron Seales. Under her guidance, Seaford Pharmaceuticals is dedicated to developing pharmaceutical solutions for both in-hospital and home settings.
2024-05-071h 01
NGBiLabS1.E5: Scanbo TechnologiesApril 25th 2024 - It is our pleasure to welcome Ashissh Raichura, CEO and founder of Scanbo Technologies out of Victoria, BC. Ashissh has created a needle-free method for reading blood glucose levels allowing diabetics to check their levels with just a touch of their fingertips.
2024-04-2622 min
NGBideasGordon McCauley | AdMare BioinnovationsApril 23rd 2024 - We have been focused on the NGBI Summit which takes place on November 12th so this week we are posting an encore episode of one of our most popular interviews with Gordon McCauley President and CEO adMare BioInnovations.We talk about how Gordon navigated from politics to investment banking to becoming one of the key leaders in the Canadian life sciences community. For decades, scaling start ups in Canada's life sciences sector have struggled for funding, facilities, and support. Most cities across Canada with universities that have strong faculties in medicine, business, science and...
2024-04-231h 04
NGBiLabS1.E4: ForAHealthyMe Inc.April 18th 2024 – This week we welcome Courtney Cole, the Business Development Manager at the Office of the Vice President of Research and Innovation at York University in Toronto. Joining us to discuss the journey of ForAHealthyMe Inc., an AI Tele-Rehab solution, we’ll explore the challenges that even well-executed startups like theirs can encounter along the way.
2024-04-1827 min
NGBideasS2.E4: Rob 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
NGBiLabS1.E3: TenomixApril 11th 2024 – This week we’re joined by Saumik Biswas, who is the CEO and founder of Tenomix out of London, Ontario. Saumik and his team have pioneered the first benchtop robotic scanning device, revolutionizing colorectal cancer tissue analysis by streamlining processes, cutting costs, and enhancing reliability.
2024-04-1121 min
NGBideasS2.E3: Christine Allen | University of TorontoApril 9th 2024 – We welcome professor Christine Allen from the University of Toronto, a renowned figure in drug formulation and development, and a distinguished researcher, industry leader, and entrepreneur. A co-founder of NanoVista, recognized in its groundbreaking work in high-precision, image-guided cancer therapy, Christine has held key roles in various biotech and pharmaceutical companies. Recently her startup, Intrepid Labs, has just come out of stealth mode.
2024-04-091h 09
Piano Tech Radio HourTuned In - Memoirs of a Piano Man w/ Jim WilsonGain insights into Jim's experiences with music icons and the lessons he's learned along the way. Beyond rubbing shoulders with legends, he learned valuable lessons from them about music and life.Explore how musical trends and tech advancements shape piano performance and recording. Jim was at the forefront of groundbreaking midi technology. Understand the importance of nurturing young talent and how it influenced Jim's journey. You won’t believe how far music can take you.Discover the fascinating connection between piano technology and creative expression. Jim shares captivating encounters with music legends. From singing with Pa...
2024-04-061h 13
NGBiLabS1.E2: Noa TherapeuticsApril 4th 2024 – This week, we're hosting Carla Spina and Serena Mandla from Noa Therapeutics, based in Toronto, Ontario. Carla and Serena are at the forefront of developing innovative multimodal therapeutics to tackle the intricacies of immune diseases. Join us for an insightful discussion as they share their journey and vision for revolutionizing the field of immune therapeutics.
2024-04-0422 min
NGBideasS2.E2: Mark Smithyes | Janus Life Sciences ConsultingApril 2nd 2024 - Join us this week as we welcome Mark Smithyes, President of Janus Life Sciences Consulting and National Director of Life Sciences at Delphic Research. With an extensive background in the industry, including serving as the former chair of Life Sciences Ontario, Mark shares his insights on founding startups, his extensive volunteer work, and his advocacy for Canada's Life Sciences sector.
2024-04-021h 25
NGBiLabS1.E1: Vessl ProstheticsMarch 28th 2024 – This week Jim sits down with Sydney Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Vessl Prosthetics, out of London, Ontario. Sydney and her team have developed the next generation of prosthetic solutions tailored for below-knee amputees, featuring automatic adjustments to ensure a consistently comfortable fit.
2024-03-2817 min
NGBideasS2.E1: Brad Wouters | University Health NetworkMarch 26th 2024 - Our guest this week is Brad Wouters, Executive Vice-President of Science and Research at University Health Network. We appreciate Brad talking about his passion for Medical Biophysics, his post-doctoral work at Stanford, his time in the Netherlands and what inspired his return to Canada to join UHN.
2024-03-261h 10
NGBiLabWelcome to NGBI Lab!The sister podcast to NGBIdeas and part of NextGreatBigIdeas.com, the NGBIdeas Lab introduces startup founders who are creating the next generation of companies in Canada’s Life Sciences community.
2024-03-2000 min
NGBideasS1.E29: Dave Smardon | Bioenterprise CanadaSep 19, 2023 - Our guest this week is Dave Smardon, who is President and CEO of Bioenterprise, Canada's food and Agri tech engine. We are delighted to have Dave talk about his passion for music, his early years of the insurance sector, how he pivoted into tech, then venture-capital, and eventually into running one of the key Agri tech organizations in Canada's life sciences industry. Bioenterprise Canada: bioenterprise.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-09-1957 min
NGBideasS1.E28: Gordon McCauley | AdMare BioinnovationsSep 12, 2023 - Our guest this week is Gordon McCauley, who is President and CEO of AdMare Bioinnovations.We talk today about how Gordon navigated from politics to investment banking to becoming one of the key leaders in the Canadian life sciences community. For decades, scaling start ups in Canada's life sciences sector have struggled for funding, facilities, and support. Most cities across Canada with universities that have strong faculties in medicine, business, science and engineering and direct relationships with a research Hospital have had nascent life sciences hubs. The goal of AdMare Bioinnovations is to be a...
2023-09-121h 04
NGBideasMaura Campbell | Ontario Bioscience Innovation OrganizationSeptember 5, 2023 - We have been focused on the NGBI Summit which takes place on October 2nd so this coming week we are posting an encore episode of one of our most popular interviews with Maura Campbell President and CEO Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO). We hope you enjoy listening to our conversation! For details on the summit and to purchase tickets please go to NextGreatBigIdeas.com OBIO: obio.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-09-0558 min
NGBideasS1.E27: Cate Murray | Stem Cell NetworkAug 29, 2023 - Our guest this week is Cate Murray, who is President and CEO of the Stem Cell Network (SCN) in Ottawa. This organization is a Canadian not-for-profit that supports three main objectives. First, stem cell and regenerative medicine research secondly, training the next generation of researchers and lastly supporting and sharing research in this incredible field. SCN was created in 2001 with support from the federal government and the network has grown from a few dozen labs to include more than 270 world-class research groups and dozens of clinical trials. Stem Cell Network: stemcellnetwork.ca...
2023-08-291h 02
NGBideasS1.E26: Ella Korets-Smith | Virica BiotechAug 22, 2023 - Our guest this week is Ella Korets-Smith, who is Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Virica Biotech in Ottawa, Ontario. Virica Biotech has developed unique viral sensitizers to turn off antiviral responses in cells. The work they're doing is exciting and another example of the groundbreaking research being done in Canadian life sciences. Ella and her family immigrated to Canada from eastern Ukraine in 1990 and hard work, resilience, recognizing when to pivot, knowing what to do with the door opens, and how to overcome imposter syndrome are some of the topics Ella and I touch on today. ...
2023-08-221h 02
NGBideasS1.E25: Bruce Squires | McMaster Children’s HospitalAug 15, 2023 - Our guest this week is Bruce Squires, who is President of McMaster Children's Hospital in Hamilton Ontario. Today's show is a bit of a departure from our regular format. We touch on Bruce's journey but our focus today is about the hospital he now leads which is the organization that the NGBIdeas podcast was created to support. McMaster Children's Hospital is one of the top critical care paediatric hospitals in Canada and it provides support to families in need from Niagara Falls to Waterloo in the north to Owen Sound and Grey County. Like many impressive organizations...
2023-08-1533 min
NGBideasS1.E24: Bettina Hamelin | Ontario GenomicsAug 8, 2023 - The Canadian life-sciences community has a long and growing list of leaders who are personable, incredibly talented, and driven to succeed. Our guest today is on top of that list. Bettina Hamelin is President and CEO of Ontario Genomics and her story is inspiring on many levels. Bettina leads by example, helps whenever called upon, and steers the ship at one of the key organizations in Canada. Ontario Genomics: ontariogenomics.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-08-081h 03
NGBideasS1.E23: Parimal Nathwani | Toronto Innovation Acceleration PartnersAug 1, 2023 - Our guest today is Parimal Nathwani, President and CEO of the Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners. Parimal grew up in Calgary, Vancouver, and had his sights set on a career in medicine, but circumstance, timing, and a serendipitous transition from research to business development led to a pivot and a very interesting career path in Canada's life sciences sector. Parimal is one of a handful of people who has a front-row seat at the intersection of innovation and commercialization in Canada's life sciences community that provides a unique perspective on where we are and where we're heading.
2023-08-0458 min
NGBideasS1.E22: Chris Bryson | New School FoodsJuly 25, 2023 - Our guest today is Chris Bryson, Founder and CEO of New School Foods in Toronto. Chris grew up in Montreal and his story is similar to many of our guests, that its about learning to trust your inner voice, learning that mistakes are lessons and that failures are just problems that are yet to be solved. Before Chris started New School Foods, he was CEO of a software company he founded in 2011 that is a great Canadian success story. He and his partners eventually sold that company for reported $65 million which was a life-changing event and it...
2023-07-311h 02
NGBideasS1.E21: Michael May | CCRMJuly 18, 2023 - Our guest today is Michael May, President and CEO of the Centre for Commercialization of Regenerative Medicine. Michael is someone I've had the pleasure of meeting on a number of occasions and he's one of those people you just know you're going to like. He's focused, incredibly generous with his time, and one of the true national leaders in Canada's life sciences community. Michael's story is similar to many of the guests we've had on our show in that it's not a linear path nor was it planned. You'll hear that his success is based on hard...
2023-07-1856 min
NGBideasS1.E20: Geoff Evans | EurofinsJuly 11, 2023 - Our guest today is Geoff Evans, who is President of Eurofins CDMO Alphora Inc. in Mississauga Ontario. Geoff started his career in the life sciences sector, but he moved to industrial products and then rebounded back to a small research lab that eventually grow into one of Canada's foremost contract development and manufacturing organizations. Eurofins: eurofins.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-07-1150 min
NGBideasS1.E19: Ryan Wiley | Shift HealthJuly, 4 2023 - Our guest today is Ryan Wiley, President of Shift Health in Toronto. Ryan grew up in Oshawa, Ontario and his original plan was to attend medical school, but like many of our guests, he pivoted in university and now runs one of Canada's premier life sciences consulting firms. His personal journey is one to which many people in Canada will relate, and I'm very thankful Ryan has kindly shared it with us today.Shift Health: shifthealth.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-07-0456 min
NGBideasS1.E18: Mitch Sivilotti | OmniaBioJune 27, 2023 - Our guest today is Mitch Sivilotti, CEO of OmniaBio Inc. Mitch grew up in London, Ontario, and his journey has taken him to Quebec City, Los Angeles, Asia, Kingston, Toronto, and finally to Hamilton where he and his team are building what will be one of the next generation of cell and gene therapy manufacturing facilities in Canada. OmniaBio is a subsidiary of CCRM and it’s a contract development in and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that is producing gene-modified cells and viral vectors that are compliant with current GMP standards. OmniaBio is in the midst of building a 4...
2023-06-2700 min
NGBideasS1.E17: Drew Marquardt | University Of WindsorJune 20, 2023 - Our guest today is Drew Marquardt, an Associate Professor in the department of chemistry and bio chemistry at the University Windsor. His team are developing applying neutron scattering strategies to study membrane structures, and processes. More than 3000 Canadians are diagnosed with brain cancers like glioblastoma multiforme or recurrent head and neck cancer, which is very difficult to treat. One of the most promising treatments for these cancers is boron neutron capture therapy. Drew: dmarquardt.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-06-2047 min
NGBideasS1.E16: Maura Campbell | Ontario Bioscience Innovation OrganizationJune 13, 2023 - Our guest today is Maura Campbell CEO of the Ontario Bioscience Innovation Organization (OBIO). Listen as Maura shares her thoughts on surviving a severe car accident, some of the obstacles faced as a woman working in life sciences, the disappointment of doing everything right, but still having a company fail, and how keeping an open mind is important to success. OBIO: obio.caGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-06-1357 min
NGBideasS1.E15: Bruno Paquin | AtomVie Global Radio PharmaJune 6, 2023 - On todays episode is Bruno Paquin from AtomVie Global Radio Pharma. Listen in as Bruno shares behind the scenes details of his professional and personal journey to becoming CEO of one of North America’s leading CDMOs in the radiopharmaceuticals sector. AtomVie: atomvie.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-06-0657 min
NGBideasS1.E14: John Lewis | Entos PharmaceuticalsApril 25, 2023 - Our guest for our final show this season is John Lewis, who is the Bird Dogs Chair in Translational Oncology at the University of Alberta, and founder and CEO of Entos Pharma in Edmonton. We're delighted to have John on the show today because he fits into every one of our categories. He's an academic scientist who leads one of the top oncology research organizations in Canada. He's a serial entrepreneur who commercializes innovative research, and he and his team are doing a great job of chipping away at the Canadian Life Sciences status quo.
2023-04-251h 01
NGBideasAaron Styles | ESC | Extended VersionApril 18, 2023 - This week we're reaching back into the archives to re-broadcast an expanded and re-edited interview with our first podcast guest, Aaron Styles CEO of Environmental Systems Corporation. Join us as we speak about his work journey back to his home town of Barrie Ontario. Aaron and I also discuss how the next great big idea in clean room environments is about data rather than construction. ESC: www.e-s-c.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-04-1820 min
NGBideasS1.E13: Darby McGrath | Vineland Research & Innovation CentreApril 11, 2023 - The Canadian Life Sciences community contains a broad spectrum of sectors and some of our listeners may be surprised to learn that spectrum includes agriculture and horticulture. The Vineland Research and Innovation Center in Vineland, Ontario is one of the leading organizations in this area and our guest today is Darby McGrath, who is Vice President Research and Development at the center. Vineland Research & Innovation Centre: vinelandresearch.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-04-1132 min
NGBideasS1.E12: Lisa Porter | University Of WindsorApril 4, 2023 - Today we're joined by Dr. Lisa Porter from the University of Windsor, who shares her perspective on the growing life sciences sector in Windsor Essex. As Dr. Porter points out, if you're part of Canada's life sciences sector and you do not have Windsor on your radar, you should. University of Windsor: www.uwindsor.caPorter Lab: porterlab.comWe Spark: www.wesparkhealth.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-04-0455 min
NGBideasS1.E11: Glenn McCarthy | Labworks International Inc.March 28, 2023 - On the show today we're speaking with Glenn McCarthy, president and CEO of Labworks International Inc. Lab Works: labworksinternational.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-03-2830 min
NGBideasS1.E10: Alex Muggah | Synapse ConsortiumMarch 20, 2023 - On todays show today we're joined by Alex Muggah, whose serendipitous journey took him from Hamilton to Boston, not once, but twice. Alex's Executive Director of the Synapse Consortium in Hamilton, Ontario, and he not only accepted the position he occupies when it was offered, he helped create it. Synapse: synapseconsortium.comSynapse Twitter: @SynapseLifeSciGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-03-2155 min
NGBideasS1.E9: Sabrina Fiorellino | Fero InternationalMarch 14, 2023 - One of the major obstacles for many biotech companies in Canada at the moment is simply finding lab space in which to grow. It's not a regional problem, it's a national problem, and our guest today, Sabrina Fiorellino, CEO of Ferro International, is leading a team that is helping solve that problem. Fero: ferointl.comGet Your Tickets to The NGBI Summit: nextgreatbigideas.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.com
2023-03-1435 min
NGBideasS1.E8: Jason Field | Life Sciences OntarioMarch 8, 2023 - There are life sciences organizations across Canada and more than a few hit far above their weight class. The influence of these groups is due in no small part to their membership, but also because of their leadership, and life sciences Ontario is on that list. LSO is a member funded, not-for-profit organization focused on advancing life sciences through advocacy, policy work, educational and networking events, and support services, and our guest today is the president and CEO of Life Sciences Ontario, Jason Field. LSO: lifesciencesontario.caLabOccupier: laboccupier.com
2023-03-0859 min
NGBideasS1.E7: Brigitte Nolet | Roche Canada PharmaFeb 27, 2023 - On todays show we speak with Brigitte Nolet, CEO of Roche Canada Pharma. We talk about her professional experience as a tri-sector leader, her personal experience as a patient, the potential of Canada health sciences and life sciences sectors and the importance of being honest with everyone on your team, including yourself. Roche: www.roche.comLabOccupier: www.laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-02-2857 min
NGBideasS1.E6: Derek Newton | University of TorontoFebuary 21, 2023 - Derek Newton is the Assistant Vice-President, Innovation, Partnerships and Entrepreneurship at The University of Toronto. Listen in as we learn about Derek's journey and how in his position he often gets a glimpse of the future path of life sciences before we do. University of Toronto: www.utoronto.caLabOccupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-02-2147 min
NGBideasS1.E5: Scott Phillips | StarFish MedicalFeb 14, 2023 - Based in Victoria, BC and founded by Scott Phillips, Starfish Medical has grown into one of the largest medical device design and manufacturing companies in North America. Listen in as Scott shares stories about growing up in the Vancouver area, his adventures in travel and business, how goodwill can sometimes backfire and why the Next Great Big Idea on his horizon is about diversification. StarFish Medical: starfishmedical.comLabOccupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-02-1432 min
NGBideasS1.E4: Ty Shattuck | McMaster Innovation ParkFebruary 7, 2023 - The land at the corner of Longwood and Aberdeen in Hamilton has been an industrial manufacturing park for over 100 years. Now the home of McMaster Innovation Park (MIP), manufacturing remains a significant focus here - but it is not the kind of manufacturing most people expect. Our guest today is Ty Shattuck, CEO of MIP, who shares his journey from Calgary to Baker Lake, to RMC in Kingston and ultimately to Hamilton – and he suggests the Next Great Big Idea just might involve small modular reactors. MIP: mcmasterinnovationpark.caLabOccupier: laboccupier.com...
2023-02-0750 min
NGBideasS1.E3: Ian McDermott | UHNJanuary 31, 2023 - This week our guest is Ian McDermott, Executive Director of Planning and Integration at University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto. We discuss Ian's journey from Ireland to Toronto via northern Ontario, his years at the University of Toronto, the history of UHN, how lab design has changed over the years and why wet lab space is (again) difficult to find in Toronto. UHN: www.uhn.caLabOccupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-01-3145 min
NGBideasS1.E2: Josh Pottel | Molecular Forecaster IncJanuary 24, 2023 - Molecular Forecaster is a research-as-a-service company providing computer-aided drug discovery technology to biotechs and pharma companies around the world. CEO Josh Pottel talks about growing up in Montreal, sleeping in class, the importance of being open to advice and where the Next Great Big Idea will likely come from. Molecular Forecaster: molecularforecaster.comLabOccupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-01-2422 min
NGBideasS1.E1: Jay Levine | DialogJanuary 17, 2023 - This week on the NGBI podcast we speak with Jay Levine from Dialog in Toronto. Learn about Jay's journey, some of the obstacles he has faced and why he believes one of the Next Great Big Ideas in life sciences architecture is focused on clean air. LabOccupier: laboccupier.comDialog: dialogdesign.caSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-01-1729 min
NGBideasAaron Styles | ESCJanuary 9, 2023 - This week on the NGBI podcast we speak with Aaron Styles, CEO of Environment Systems Corporation about his work journey back to his home town of Barrie Ontario. Aaron and I also discuss how the next great big idea in clean room environments is about data rather than construction. ESC: www.e-s-c.comLab Occupier: laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2023-01-0918 min
NGBideasS1: NGBideas TrailerWho are today’s visionaries and tomorrow’s disrupters, innovators and leaders in Canada’s Life Sciences sector? What are they doing and how did they get there? Join Jim Wilson as he sits down with notable leaders, innovators and disruptors who are working on the Next Great Big Ideas in Biotech, Medtech and Life Sciences across Canada. LabOccupier: Laboccupier.comSummit: nextgreatbigideas.com
2022-12-2301 min