UR Ventures Tech Hustle and Buzzle
UR Ventures Tech Hustle and Buzzle
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Innovation is part of Rochester’s DNA, and the region continues to “Hustle and Buzzle” with passionate technology entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights and advice from experienced startup founders, academic entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders from the western NY and the Finger Lakes. Also hear from industry experts from across the country.
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The podcast primarily focuses on entrepreneurship, academic innovation, and venture capital in the technology space. Specific episodes explore themes like the commercialization of research, with discussions on topics such as developing ocular imaging technologies in Episode 7, and the challenges of launching startups from academic backgrounds in Episode 6. The show also examines venture capital dynamics, as seen in Episode 5, emphasizing regional economic development and future investment sectors.
Innovation is part of Upstate New York’s DNA, and the region continues to “Hustle and Buzzle” with passionate technology entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights and advice from startup founders, academic entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders from the Upstate NY region.
In this episode, Dina Uzri interviews Mike Kim, a BS/PhD alumnus from the University of Rochester and seasoned biotech leader with over two decades of experience in business development and strategy. Mike shares his journey from bench science to business development and strategy, discussing the challenges and opportunities along the way. He emphasizes the importance of timing and community in building successful biotechs and the key differences in business development and strategy between startups and larger companies. Mike also provides his take on the hype vs reality for AI in drug discovery and development as well as insights into common mistakes made by early-stage biotechs.
To learn more about Mike Kim, check out the link below.
• Michael Kim | LinkedIn
Hosted by Dina Uzri, PhD, MBA – Technology Development Program Director at UR Ventures, University of Rochester
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