From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 12

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Phi Crowley speaks with Dr. Anne-Marie Yvon, a registered patent attorney and partner at Grimes & Yvon LLP. Dr. Yvon holds a Ph.D. in Molecular and Cell Biology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and has extensive experience in patent law, particularly in the life sciences sector. She shares her journey from academia to patent law, her strategic approach to patenting, and her insights on helping startups protect their intellectual property.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Dr. Yvon’s transition from science to law and how she became a patent attorney.

* The importance of early strategic patent planning for startups.

* Key advice on protecting intellectual property and avoiding common pitfalls.

* The challenges and rewards of starting her own boutique patent law firm.

* How to navigate patent litigation as a small biotech company.

Learn more about Anne-Marie Yvon:

* Connect with Anne-Marie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-marie-c-yvon-0728aaa

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawofficeofphilippcrowleyllc

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 11

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Dr. Catherine Sohn, a multifaceted pharmaceutical and biotech executive and former head of worldwide business development for SmithKline Beeham. Dr. Sohn has extensive experience in both the pharmaceutical industry and academia, and she currently serves as an adjunct faculty member at the University of California, San Francisco. Her career spans various roles, including business development and new product launches, with a focus on improving patient outcomes through innovative healthcare solutions.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

- Dr. Sohn's journey from academia to the corporate world in the life sciences industry

- The importance of mentorship and sponsorship in career advancement, particularly for women in male-dominated industries

- The "50/50 Rule" for career growth and how to approach new opportunities with curiosity

- Insights into building successful teams and the critical role of relationships in business development

- Key strategies for small biotech companies to secure investment and partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies

Learn more about Dr. Catherine Sohn:

- Connect with Dr. Sohn on LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sohnc

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawofficeofphilippcrowleyllc

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 10

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Wayne Barz, Chief Investment Officer at Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Wayne oversees investments and supports startups, helping them grow within Pennsylvania's business ecosystem.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Accidental Start in Economic Development: Wayne Barz talks about how his career in economic development began by chance when he helped convert an old industrial building into a business incubator.

* Investment Process at Ben Franklin: Wayne Barz goes over the rigorous vetting process at Ben Franklin, where only 25 to 30 out of 200 startups reviewed annually receive investment.

* Challenges Startups Face: Wayne Barz emphasizes the importance of founders having evidence of customer demand and realistic growth plans to overcome common challenges in sales, marketing, and financial projections.

* Ongoing Support Beyond Funding: Wayne Barz talks about how Ben Franklin provides continuous support through mentorship, client introductions, and strategy refinement, beyond just offering funding.

* Impact on Manufacturing: Wayne Barz highlights the organization's role in connecting Pennsylvania manufacturers with experts to enhance efficiency, citing Noble Biomaterials as a success story.

Learn more about Wayne Barz:

* Connect with Wayne Barz on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/waynebarz

* Follow Ben Franklin Technology Partners on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bentechnepa/mycompany

* Visit Ben Franklin Technology Partners’ website: https://nep.benfranklin.org

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: Crowley Law LLC | LinkedIn

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 8

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Krista McKerracher, a seasoned pharmaceutical executive now leading Fig Advisory, which helps biotech and pharma companies with strategic growth and market entry.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Career Journey in Pharma: Krista McKerracher talks about starting as a pharmaceutical sales rep and building a 40-year career in the pharmaceutical.

* Pioneering Work in Biotech: Krista McKerracher mentions her pivotal role at OrthoBiotech, where she worked on groundbreaking treatments.

* Leadership Roles and Transition to Global Marketing: Krista McKerracher emphasizes her leadership in global marketing roles where she launched significant oncology drugs.

* CRISPR Therapeutics and Gene Editing: Krista McKerracher goes over her contributions particularly advancing gene editing technology to cure sickle cell disease and thalassemia.

* Consulting and Board Opportunities: Krista McKerracher mentions founding her consulting firm, Fig Advisory, and stresses the importance of networking.

Learn more about Krista McKerracher:

* Connect with Krista McKerracher on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krista-mckerracher-5b57683/

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lawofficeofphilippcrowleyllc

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 8

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Phil Crowley speaks with Dr. Michael Johnson, President of the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) and the former CEO and Co-Founder of Visikol, a leading biotech company. NJII is focused on accelerating technology and fostering innovation in order to have a positive economic impact in New Jersey.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

*Journey to Entrepreneurship: Michael Johnson talks about how his time at NASA inspired him to pursue entrepreneurship to make a significant impact.

* Learning Through Experience: Michael Johnson emphasizes the importance of self-learning and adaptability, highlighting how he and his co-founder acquired business skills on their own.

* Overcoming Challenges: Michael Johnson mentions that they tackled company challenges, particularly in sales and marketing, through a scientific and iterative approach.

* Networking and Building Relationships: Michael Johnson emphasizes the critical role of networking in building relationships that lead to key opportunities.

* Acquisition Process: Michael Johnson goes over the strategic decision to sell his company during favorable market conditions after navigating the challenges of COVID-19.

Learn more about Michael Johnson:

* Connect with Dr. Michael Johnson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-johnson-ph-d-6839b724

* Follow the New Jersey Innovation Institute on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/njii

* Visit the New Jersey Innovation Institute’s channel on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newjerseyinnovationinstitu2600

* Visit the New Jersey Innovation Institute’s website: https://njii.com

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: Crowley Law LLC | LinkedIn

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 1

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Inderjit (Indy) Sidhu, founder of Inderjit K. Sidhu, Esq., LLC, an established law firm with expertise across many legal fields and services, including immigration and corporate law. Indy is ​​an experienced immigration attorney and has worked through 5 different presidential administrations.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Why Business Immigration is relevant to the technology industry

* Indy's Journey into Immigration Law — A Canadian native, attending law school in the United States, Indy began her career as general counsel to I.T. companies.

* Understanding the different types of visas a foreign national with special technical competence may apply for when wanting to work in the United States

* Changes in Immigration Law in relation to the business over the last several years and the challenges they've presented to the process

* Indy’s most interesting and exciting immigration case

Do you have technology in development and need help navigating what can feel like a minefield of potential problems? Email us at info@CrowleyLawLLC.com and include Indy’s last name (SIDHU) in the subject for a complimentary conversation with one of our team members about some of the issues that are affecting you and your business.

Learn more about Inderjit (Indy) Sidhu:

* Connect with Indy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/inderjit-sidhu-34717b

* Follow Indy’s business on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inderjit-k.-sidhu-esq-llc

* Visit Indy’s website: https://www.indysidhu.com

* Follow Indy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064145433405

* Email: inderjit@indysidhu.com

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: Crowley Law LLC | LinkedIn

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 6

In this episode of "From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market," Philip Crowley speaks with Pam Cheng, Executive Vice President for Global Operations and Information Technology and the Chief Sustainability Officer at AstraZeneca. Pam is recognized for her significant contributions to sustainability in the healthcare industry and was named to Time Magazine's Health 100 for 2024.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Pam's journey into STEM influenced by her father’s reverse psychology and her passion for challenging the status quo

* The evolution of her career from engineering to senior leadership roles, utilizing her STEM background to solve complex problems in global operations

* Insights into effective leadership and the transition from technical roles to managing large teams and inspiring organizational success

* Strategies for small companies looking to partner with industry giants like AstraZeneca, focusing on specific pain points and leveraging agility and innovation

* The impact of artificial intelligence and digital tools on pharmaceutical processes and sustainability efforts, including innovative projects like using biomethane for energy

Learn more about Pam Cheng:

* Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-cheng-128759111

* Learn more about Pam and AstraZeneca on AstraZeneca’s website: https://www.astrazeneca.com/our-company/leadership.html#modal-generic

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: Crowley Law LLC | LinkedIn

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw

From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market with Philip Crowley, Episode 5

In this episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip Crowley speaks with Tor Alden, who has been global VP for design and development for the Steripak Group, a contract design & manufacturing organization (CDMO) serving the healthcare industry. Tor has a distinguished career going back more than 30 years, dealing with industrial design and human factors engineering.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

* Career and Background: Tor Alden shares his journey from studying industrial design at Syracuse University to becoming the global VP for design and development at SteriPak Group.

* Innovative Design Approach: Tor emphasizes the importance of user-centered design in medical technology, shifting from technology push to user needs-focused development.

* Challenges in Medical Device Design: Tor discusses the complexities of designing medical devices, balancing regulatory requirements, user needs, and technical specifications.

* Importance of Team Dynamics: Tor highlights the significance of building a collaborative and trusting team environment, emphasizing open communication and problem-solving.

* Proud Achievements: Tor shares his pride in projects like developing a system for identifying circulating tumor cells with Immunicon and a digital microscope for cancer diagnosis with Patient Next.

Learn more about Tor Alden:

* Connect with Tor Alden on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toralden

* Connect with SteriPack on Linkedin: https://ie.linkedin.com/company/steripack

* Visit SteriPack’s website: https://steripackgroup.com/

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About From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

Your host Philip P. Crowley Esq. is the founder and Managing Partner at Crowley Law LLC, a boutique corporate law firm focused on helping emerging tech and life sciences startups launch and reach their full potential. In each episode of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market, Philip invites professionals serving the tech startup market to discuss various issues of importance in the industry and their part in it.

Watch more episodes of From Lab to Patient, Garage to Market:

- Website: https://www.crowleylawllc.com

- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CROWLEYLAWLLC-hv8v

Connect and learn more from your host, Phil Crowley:

- Connect with Phil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philcrowleynjny

- Visit Crowley Law’s website: https://crowleylawllc.com

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on LinkedIn: Crowley Law LLC | LinkedIn

- Follow Crowley Law LLC on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrowleyLaw