Loading...

PODCAST

She Leads Biotech

This is She Leads Biotech, a podcast where we have real conversations with women leading the charge in innovation, research, and entrepreneurship in the bioscience space. Each episode offers a candid look at what it takes to succeed in a historically male-dominated field, and how to lean into your strengths to get where you want to go. We’re not just talking about the science; we’re getting to know the people behind the job titles!

science life sciences

All Episodes

00:39:16

Why Better Science Doesn't Always Win

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/10/02

What if the biggest challenge in biotech isn't innovation, but adoption?I'm joined by Holley Miller, CEO of Grey Matter Marketing, to explore why better science doesn't automatically win.We talk about why people buy outcomes rather than products, why emotion can open the door before data earns belief, the importance of solving an urgent problem, and why being different can sometimes matter more than simply being better.Holley also shares her own entrepreneurial and leadership journey,

en-us

00:37:50

From Scientist to CEO

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/09/25

Amy Walker didn't set out to become a CEO.In this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Amy, CEO of 4basebio, to explore how a career that began in science evolved into leading a growing biotech company.We talk about growing alongside a business, stepping beyond your original expertise, building the right leadership team and culture, and the technology changing the future of DNA manufacturing and advanced therapies.It’s a conversation about science, leadership, career progression and being

en-us

00:36:07

Better Science Starts with Better Questions

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/09/18

What happens when you reach one of the most senior positions in global drug discovery — and decide the next step is to leave the security of Big Pharma behind?In this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Karin Conde-Knape, PhD, Chief Science Officer at Valo Health, whose international career has taken her through leadership roles at Roche, Johnson & Johnson and Novo Nordisk.We talk about why Karin believes better drug discovery needs to start with human data, how asking the right

en-us

00:34:56

When Leadership Gets Real

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/09/11

What does it really take to lead a biotech company when the science is complex, the stakes are high and the answers aren’t always obvious?In this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Iris Grossman, PhD, CEO of Zelig Therapeutics, for a candid conversation about the realities of biotech leadership and her journey from scientist to CEO.In When Leadership Gets Real: Ego, Accountability & the Decisions That Shape Biotech Companies, we talk about what happens when leadership moves beyond the

en-us

00:40:00

When the Plan Changes: Resilience, Reinvention &...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/09/04

What happens when the career plan you thought you had suddenly changes?In this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined once again by Priya Baraniak, PhD, Chief Commercial & Development Officer at Pluristyx, who returns to the podcast after first joining me back in Season 1.In When the Plan Changes: Resilience, Reinvention & Finding Your Way in Biotech, we talk candidly about unexpected career change, resilience and what happens when you have to let go of the plan and find a different way

en-us

00:31:43

S4 E25, Dr. Nerissa Kreher - Chief Medical Officer of...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/06/26

Reimagining Rare Disease Drug Development with Nerissa KreherIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Nerissa Kreher, Chief Medical Officer of Alltrna, for a conversation about rare disease innovation, precision medicine, and the future of drug development.With more than 20 years of experience in rare diseases, Nerissa shares her journey from pediatric endocrinologist to biotech executive and explains how Alltrna is taking a novel approach to treating genetic diseases through

en-us

00:44:34

S4 E24, Sarah DiSalvatore, Fractional SVP of Clinical...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/06/19

Leading with Purpose in Rare Disease with Sarah DiSalvatoreIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Sarah DiSalvatore, Fractional SVP of Clinical Operations & Biotech Executive, for a conversation about leadership, rare disease, and the realities of bringing innovative therapies to patients.Sarah shares her journey from bench research to executive leadership, why quality and compliance are fundamental to successful clinical development, and how fractional leadership is helping

en-us

00:35:34

S4 E23 - Melody Keel, CEO of The Research Associate...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/06/12

Beyond Burnout: Rethinking Leadership and Identity with Melody KeelIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Melody Keel, CEO of The Research Associate Group, for a candid conversation about clinical operations, leadership, burnout, and building a life beyond your job title.With more than 20 years of experience in clinical operations, Melody shares what she’s learned about leading teams, navigating high-pressure environments, and why empathy is one of the most powerful tools a leader can

en-us

00:35:50

S4 E22, Dr. Jennifer Daily - Biotech Executive & Founder

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/06/05

Building Your Own Table with Jennifer DailyIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Jennifer Daily, neuroscientist, biotech executive, and founder, for a conversation about leadership, drug development, and the journey from employee to entrepreneur.Jennifer shares how working across clinical development, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, and preclinical research gave her a unique perspective on what it really takes to move therapies from concept to patient.We also discuss the realities

en-us

00:37:57

S4 E21, Ivana Muncie-Vasic - CEO & Founder of Vitra Labs

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/05/29

Rethinking IVF with Ivana Muncie-VasicIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, we’re joined by Ivana Muncie-Vasic, CEO & Founder of Vitra Labs, for a conversation about fertility innovation, bioengineering, and building a biotech company from the ground up.Ivana shares how her work in stem cell biology led to the development of hormone-free IVF technology designed to reduce the physical and financial burden of fertility treatment for patients.We also talk about the realities of becoming a

en-us

00:40:25

S4 E20, Saundra Pelletier & Mitch Rosen from EvoFem...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/05/22

Changing the Conversation Around Women’s Health with Saundra Pelletier & Mitch RosenIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, we’re joined by Saundra Pelletier and Mitch Rosen from Evofem Biosciences for a candid conversation about women’s health, education, intimacy, and the importance of normalizing these discussions.We explore why women deserve more options, why men need to be part of the conversation too, and how a new generation is changing the way people think about sexual health and

en-us

00:33:30

S4 E19, Anna Polak-Andersen, CEO of AnRes Clinical

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/05/15

Trusting Your Judgement in Biotech with Anna Polak-AndersenIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, we’re joined by Anna Polak-Andersen, CEO of AnRes Clinical, for a thoughtful conversation about clinical development, leadership, and navigating the biotech industry across Europe.Anna shares her journey from studying pharmacy in Poland to leading a clinical development consultancy supporting biotech companies and rare disease programs across the industry.We talk about the realities of clinical research,

en-us

00:35:33

S4 E18 - Dr Stella Vnook, Chief Executive Officer of...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/05/08

Building a biotech company takes more than science.In this episode of She Leads Biotech, Dr. Stella Vnook, CEO of Aviva Ventures, shares her journey from arriving in the US with nothing to leading multiple biotech ventures and supporting the next generation of founders.We explore the realities of building in biotech, from self-doubt and uncertainty to navigating the business side of science, and why so many great ideas never get started.A practical and honest conversation about resilience,

en-us

00:42:23

S4 E17, Adrienne Mendoza - Chief Operating Officer of...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/05/01

Solving More Than Science with Adrienne MendozaCell and gene therapy is advancing rapidly, but science alone isn’t enough.In this episode of She Leads Biotech, Adrienne Mendoza, Chief Operating Officer of BBG Advanced Therapies, shares what’s really needed to move the field forward, from improving access and infrastructure to rethinking how these therapies reach patients.We also explore her journey over the past year, building a stronger presence in the industry, translating complex science for

en-us

00:54:25

S4 E16, Allisa Song & Mackenzie Andrews from Mu Medical

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/04/24

Rethinking Eye Care: From NanoDropper to Mu MedicalWhat started as a student project has turned into a company reshaping how eye care is delivered.In this episode of She Leads Biotech, we’re joined by Allisa Song, CEO of Mu Medical, and Mackenzie Andrews, CCO, to talk about the journey from an idea sparked in a research lab to a product now used across thousands of clinics.They share how a simple question, why are eye drops too big, led to a solution that improves patient outcomes, reduces waste,

en-us

00:40:58

S4 E15 - Connie Chang, Chief Operating Officer of ONL...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/04/17

Finding Your Path in Biotech with Connie ChangCareers in biotech rarely follow a straight line.In this episode of She Leads Biotech, we speak with Connie Chang, Chief Operating Officer of ONL Therapeutics, about a career that has spanned big pharma, academia, and emerging biotech, and how each step has shaped the way she leads today.Connie shares how early career decisions don’t always define where you end up, and why sometimes “the career picks you” rather than the other way around.We explore the

en-us

00:33:32

S4 E14 - Samantha (Mandy) Pulliam, CEO & Chief...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/04/10

Leading Women’s Health Innovation: From Clinical Practice to CEO with Mandy PulliamIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Samantha (Mandy) Pulliam, CEO and Chief Medical Officer at Axena Health, for a conversation that highlights what it really takes to lead in women’s health.Mandy’s journey is a unique one. She started her career as a practicing physician before stepping into the biotech and medtech space, bringing with her a deep understanding of patient care that continues to shape

en-us

00:31:46

S4 E13 - Elizabeth (Beth) White, COO and Co-Founder...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/04/03

Rethinking Rare Disease: A New Model for Ultra-Rare Therapies with Beth WhiteIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I’m joined by Elizabeth (Beth) White, COO and Co-Founder of Orphan Therapeutics Accelerator, for a conversation that really stayed with me.Beth has spent her career at the intersection of science, strategy, and commercialization, and today she’s focused on one of the biggest challenges in our industry: how do we bring therapies to patients with ultra-rare diseases when the traditional

en-us

00:29:08

S4 E12, Samantha Dale Strasser - VP Strategy at...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/03/27

From Data to Discovery: Accelerating Drug Development with Samantha Dale StrasserIn this episode of She Leads Biotech, I sit down with Samantha Dale Strasser, VP of Strategy at Cellular Intelligence, for a fascinating conversation at the intersection of biology, computation, and patient impact.Samantha’s journey spans biomedical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, and a PhD at MIT, but what truly shaped her path was something deeply personal. Her father’s diagnosis with frontotemporal

en-us

00:40:07

S4 E11, Joanna Ghayad - Founder & CEO of Joanna...

She Leads Biotech ·

2026/03/20

In this episode of She Leads Biotech, Sharron Cox speaks with Joanna Ghayad, Founder & CEO of Joanna Ghayad Coaching, about leadership, influence, and the transition many scientists struggle to make as their careers grow.Joanna’s career has taken her from working as an oncology pharmacist supporting cancer patients at the bedside, to roles in biotech and big pharma, and ultimately to launching her own leadership coaching practice focused on developing the next generation of leaders in life

en-us

89 results

Similar Podcasts

Beyond the Divide

Koala Moon

Planetterrian Daily

Patrick · Nerra Network

NSF’s Discovery Files Podcast

U.S. National Science Foundation

Curious City: Exploring Science and Wonders

Synthetic Universe

Science Busters Podcast

Martin Puntigam, Martin Moder, Florian...