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BIO from the BAYOU: Build Your Biotech Network with Key Opinion Leaders and Investors

Are you struggling to find investors, funding, collaborators, and strategic connections in the ever-changing world of biotech? This show empowers biotech leaders with the tools, assets, and expertise to improve healthcare outcomes. Listen to “Bio from the Bayou” to learn how to: - Expand your network- Advance your product line- Make your company thrive With over two decades of experience in biotech and business development each, hosts James Zanewicz and Elaine Hamm (from

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Episode 98: How AI in Medicine is Transforming...

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2025/08/13

Can artificial intelligence map your heart and help prevent strokes, dementia, and even death from cardiac arrhythmias?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, talks with Rob Krummen, JD, CEO of Vektor Medical, and Travis Manasco, MD, Principal at Solas BioVentures, about how AI is changing the game for diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders. They share how Vektor’s vMap technology — the “Google map of your heart” — pinpoints arrhythmia sources using standard EKGs, fitting

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Episode 98: How to Navigate Biotech Innovation Amidst...

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2025/08/06

How can biotech companies stay resilient and competitive when public sector funding becomes unpredictable? In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sits down with Adeyinka “Adey” Pierce-Watkins, MS, PMP—Director of Biodefense and Government Contracting at BDO USA—for a timely conversation on surviving and thriving in today’s evolving federal funding landscape. From defense contracts to international partnerships, Adey shares practical guidance for life science leaders

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Episode 97: How to Make the Right Deal with a Large...

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2025/07/30

What does it really take to land a successful biotech partnership—and what makes a deal fall apart?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Renee Williams, PhD, MBA, Founder and Managing Partner of Williams Biotech Consulting and Independent Board Director for AGS Therapeutics. With experience across major pharma companies like Eli Lilly and Janssen, Renee shares hard-earned insights from the front lines of dealmaking. From communication missteps to finding the right

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Episode 96: Rethinking Drug Pricing and Accessibility...

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2025/07/23

What happens when patients can’t afford the medicine you’ve worked so hard to create?In this episode, host Elaine Hamm, PhD, sits down with Vinay Patel, PharmD—Chief Pharmacy Officer at Proactive MD and Founder of MakoRx—to unpack the hidden complexities behind drug pricing, access, and affordability. Together, they explore how traditional insurance models impact patient care, and what drug developers and startups need to know to ensure their therapeutics actually reach the people

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Episode 95: Why Every Biotech Professional Needs a...

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2025/07/16

Wondering how to stand out in the crowded biotech world and build credibility that opens doors?In this episode, hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, explore the power of personal branding for biotech professionals. Whether you’re a startup founder, academic researcher, or key opinion leader, your brand can shape your career, attract collaborators, and grow your influence. With real-world stories, practical tools, and some laughs along the way, Elaine and

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Episode 94: Crafting a Biotech Startup Pitch That...

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2025/07/09

Are you ready to pitch your biotech startup to investors but unsure what they’re actually looking for?In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sits down with Travis Manasco, MD — Principal at Solas BioVentures, practicing ICU physician, and Tulane alumnus — for a clear-eyed look at what it takes to secure life science venture capital. From communicating clearly to avoiding common missteps, Travis offers practical advice that every founder should hear before stepping

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Episode 93: How Startups and Universities Can Support...

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2025/07/02

Bridging the gap between academia and industry isn’t easy—but it’s essential for innovation.In this episode, hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, explore how biotech startups and academic institutions can break down silos and build stronger partnerships. From shared resources and mutual funding opportunities to culture shifts and advisory support, they reveal how deeper engagement between innovation hubs and industry players can lead to better science, better

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Episode 92: How Biotech CEOs Can Combat Burnout...

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2025/06/25

Are you a biotech leader battling overload, stress, or even burnout?In this episode, co-hosts James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, and Elaine Hamm, PhD, sit down with returning guest Carlo Odicino, MBA, founder and CEO of One Team Partners, for a powerful and realistic discussion about navigating the pressures of leadership in a high-stakes industry. From battling overwhelming priorities to preserving your health and well-being while growing your business, Carlo offers hard-won

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Episode 91: From Surviving to Thriving – How Biotech...

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2025/06/18

Is your biotech startup feeling the squeeze of a tough funding environment?In this episode, hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, have a candid, advice-packed discussion about how biotech founders can manage funding challenges, extend runway, and stay resilient when capital is tight. With practical examples and hard-earned insights, they explore strategies for leading lean teams, strengthening investor relationships, and building scrappy collaborations that

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Episode 90: Creating Better Workplaces by Tackling...

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2025/06/11

What if the culture you’re building is quietly holding back top talent?In this episode, hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, sit down with Carlo Odicino, MBA—Founder and CEO of One Team Partners—to explore how unconscious gender bias affects team dynamics, pay equity, and innovation in biotech startups. Drawing from his experience working with high-growth companies, Carlo shares real-world insights and practical tools for identifying bias and fostering

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Episode 89: Preparing for BIO 2025 – Key Strategies...

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2025/06/04

Are you ready to make the most of your time at BIO 2025?In this episode, hosts Elaine Hamm, PhD, and James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, break down everything biotech leaders need to know about the spring conference season and how to strategically prepare for the BIO International Convention in Boston this June. From building long-term relationships and mastering partnering systems to smart use of AI and personal branding, they cover the real-world tips that will help you turn

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Episode 88: Transforming Medical Communication with...

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2025/05/28

Are you a healthcare professional looking to level up your social media presence—and make a real difference doing it?In this episode, host James Zanewicz, JD, LLM, RTTP, is joined by Adam Goodcoff, DO, the CEO of MedFluencers and a nationally recognized medical content creator. They dive into the new Healthcare Social Media Academy (developed in collaboration with Tulane Medicine), a program designed to help clinicians learn how to communicate clearly, effectively, and responsibly

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