Driving the Business of Science
Driving the Business of Science
Podcast Description
Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world. Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business. Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on various themes related to the life sciences industry, including the integration of artificial intelligence in clinical processes, vendor management, and regulatory challenges. Notable episodes cover topics like developing AI strategies for scaling healthcare solutions and overcoming hurdles in selecting contract research organizations (CROs) and clinical trial vendors. Specific focus areas involve optimizing workflows, enhancing efficiency in drug development, and the role of technology in fostering innovation.

Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world.
Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.
In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business.
Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.
In this episode of Driving the Business of Science, host Keith Parent, CEO of Court Square Group, speaks with Alan Lucas, founder of the New England Healthcare Executive Network (NEHEN), about the power of community in moving life science innovation forward.
Alan explains why he created NEHEN to connect professionals across medical devices, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, health IT, investing, and healthcare delivery. He shares how the organization combines relationship-building with practical education on topics such as artificial intelligence, capital markets, family offices, regulation, and business growth.
The conversation also explores Alan’s work building medical device companies, including Navigation Sciences and EnlightenVue. He discusses the realities of developing new surgical technologies, completing clinical studies, securing capital, navigating FDA milestones, and preparing companies for long-term growth.
Throughout the episode, Keith and Alan show how strong professional networks help founders find expertise, service partners, investors, and new perspectives. Alan closes with a simple lesson for entrepreneurs and executives: enjoy the work, stay curious, and build relationships that help good ideas reach patients.
Driving the Business of Science is the podcast for clinical operations, IT, and business managers in the pharma, biotech, and medical device world.
Bringing new products to market takes more than just great science. From R&D and clinical to regulatory and approval life science leaders require fit-for-purpose technology, processes, and partners at step.
In the Driving the Business of Science podcast leaders from across the life science industry share real-world experiences and practical insights that will impact your business.
Join host Keith Parent, serial life science CEO, as business leaders share experiences and insights on emerging challenges in the life science market.

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