The Life Science Effect

Meet Raul Zavaleta, the visionary engineer whose innovations fundamentally transformed how clinical trials collect and process data. In this captivating conversation, Raul shares the incredible jour…

In this episode, Steve reads and discusses an article by Jason Bork titled "Alzheimer's, a Disease to be Forgotten?," featured in the Indianapolis Business Journal's special supplement, Biofutures. …

This is the second installment of Active Ingredient. I read an article and answer a few questions about it. It's shorter than the regular episodes. I try to get to the key points of the article - th…

Welcome to a new feature I am calling Active Ingredient. I read an article and answer a few questions about it. It's shorter than the regular episodes. I try to get to the key points of the article -…

In this mid-2025 update, The Life Science Effect explores the latest trends in pharma and medical devices—from regulatory upheaval under RFK Jr. and Dr. Makary to continued momentum in U.S. drug manu…

Production Note: Since this episode was recorded, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. was confirmed as the head of HHS. Steve didn't know that at the time but it was a pretty good bet, so the analysis holds up.

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In this timely and thought-provoking episode, Steve Vinson discusses the current landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the corporate world amid increasing political and business push…

In this episode of the Life Science Effect, host Steve Vinson interviews Denise Bachman, Chief Operating Officer of BPM Associates. Denise shares insights into BPM Associates, a life sciences consult…

Steve Vinson interviews Jeremy Opperman, the founder of BPM Associates. Jeremy shares his journey from growing up in a small business environment to starting his own company, BPM Associates, which s…

In Season 2, Episode 3 of *The Life Science Effect*, Steve Vinson discusses BPM Associates' work. He explains BPM’s core purpose and values—supporting people, fostering teamwork, and reducing turnove…

Host Steve Vinson continues exploring BPM Associates' core philosophy, following up on Simon Sinek’s idea of starting with "why." In Episode 1, Steve shared why BPM does what it does—now, he turns to…

In late 2021, the COO, founder, and CEO of BPM Associates gathered to do their annual planning. They decided that they needed a new vision statement that would resonate with their core ideology. They…

We're back! In this trailer, Steve explains why it has been so long, how we can have a Season 2 when there wasn't really a Season 1, and what you can expect from this season of the show.

I've heard it said that culture beats strategy. I believe that. I also believe culture beats tactics and process and procedure and technique. In this episode (another solo episode), I will relate a r…

What Does It Take To Succeed As A Bioentrepreneur? Source: Life Science Leader By Karl Schmieder

Steve continues the discussion of how to transition into the startup world. The context is an article …

Steve is solo this week. He decided to give his thoughts about an article in Life Science Leader - From Academia To Pharma CEO: Challenges and Lessons Learned by Graham Kelly

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What if a cutting edge technology saved your life? And then what if you got to be part of a startup company that is working on similar technology to save others' lives? Karen Momper, of Theratome Bio…

If you have not already done so, check out Beyond the Stethoscope - Angela Demaree's wonderful podcast for veterinarians, healthcare providers and busy professionals who want actionable, implementabl…

This is Part 2 of a two part conversation with Kyle Keeney, Entrepreneur-In-Residence, Elevate Ventures.

In Part 1, Kyle told the story of bringing his experience on the coasts, in Europe, and around…

This is Part 1 of a two part conversation with Kyle Keeney, Entrepreneur-In-Residence, Elevate Ventures.

In Part 1, Kyle tells the story of bringing his experience on the coasts, in Europe, and aroun…