Biotech Bytes: Conversations with Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical IT Leaders

How to Launch a Biotech Startup in 2025 | Real Talk with Richard Bendis #richardbendis #healthtech #entrepreneurship

What does it really take to build a successful biotech startup in today’s tough investment climate? Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ 

In this episode, I sit down with Richard Bendis, the powerhouse behind BioHealth Innovation, to unpack the raw reality of starting a life sciences company in 2025. From navigating non-dilutive funding and government partnerships to leveraging EIR programs and tech transfer strategies, we dive into the entrepreneurial ecosystem that’s shaping the future of biotech. 

Richard’s insights span decades of innovation policy, investment, and commercialization strategy - exactly what founders and future founders need right now. If you're looking to launch a biotech company or you're struggling with funding, this conversation is packed with practical knowledge.

Links from this episode:
✅ Get to know more about Richard Bendis:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/richbendis  
✅ Learn more about BioHealth Innovation: https://www.biohealthinnovation.org

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https://www.youtube.com/@Biotech_Bytes/?sub_confirmation=1 

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Data is the fuel that powers the modern world. In this video, Charles Link, Senior Director of Data and Analytics at Reworld Waste, shares insights into building a robust data infrastructure that drives sustainable growth. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ 
Charles has created an award-winning data “supply chain” to support Reworld’s eco-friendly mission, ensuring that data empowers every business goal, from real-time insights to ambitious AI projects.
Join us as we explore:
How businesses can leverage strong data foundations for growth
Strategies for creating efficient, sustainable data systems
The role of ethical data practices in AI implementation
Don’t miss out on learning how data can transform industries toward a greener future! Remember to subscribe, like, and comment your thoughts on data-driven sustainability.
Links from this episode:
Get to know more about Charles Link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-a-link 
Learn more about Reworld Waste: https://www.reworldwaste.com
This video is about The Power Of Data Infrastructure In Business Sustainability - Charles Link’s Strategy. But It also covers the following topics:
Charles Link Interview
Data For Environmental Impact
Data System For Companies
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AI is moving incredibly fast across the life sciences sector, but many organizations still struggle to build systems that deliver real operational value. In this episode, tech leader Rose LaRocca-Fisch explains why strong data governance and business alignment must come before chasing software trends. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ 
Rose shares her practical leadership experience guiding pharmaceutical companies, CDMOs, and global biotech organizations through massive growth. The discussion breaks down why high-profile tech implementations collapse and outlines the exact steps needed to prepare your infrastructure for enterprise-grade tools.
Key themes covered in this conversation:
Why does advanced software amplify existing operational flaws instead of fixing them
The OASIS framework for sustainable and scalable IT transformation
How data readiness directly impacts clinical trial success and manufacturing yields
Real-world applications using platforms like Databricks to speed up patient enrollment
The shift toward AI-assisted work and managing data integrity risks
Links from this episode:
Get to know more about Steven Swan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swangroup 
Get to know more about Rose LaRocca-Fisch: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rose-larocca-fisch 
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https://www.youtube.com/@Biotech_Bytes/?sub_confirmation=1 
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#biotechai #pharmatech #lifesciences #datagovernance #clinicaltrials #ittransformation

How AI is Shaping Biotech? Expert Insights from James Bilotta #aiinbiotech #digitaltransformation #biotechleadership
In this episode of Biotech Bytes, James Bilotta, SVP and CIO at Dyne Therapeutics, discusses the evolving role of technology leaders in biotech and how AI is reshaping the industry. James shares his journey from hospital informatics to leading digital transformation in high-growth biotech companies.Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/
In this video, we explore the growing importance of AI in making business decisions, improving processes, and ensuring compliance in biotech. James also explains how AI is helping organizations scale, innovate, and bring therapies to market more efficiently, while keeping patients at the center of everything.
This conversation covers:
The shifting role of the CIO in biotech
How biotech companies are identifying AI use cases
Practical advice for young professionals in IT
The importance of AI governance and leadership alignment
Don’t miss insights on how AI is not only transforming operations but also enabling companies to be more competitive while managing risk. 
Links from this episode:
Get to know more about Steven Swan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swangroup 
Get to know more about James Bilotta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-bilotta-7a06607
Learn more about Dyne Therapeutics: https://www.dyne-tx.com/
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https://www.youtube.com/@Biotech_Bytes/?sub_confirmation=1 
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Recruitment Storytelling: Secrets Every Hiring Manager Must Know  | Denise Chaffin #recruitmentstrategy #talentacquisition #hiringtips
Hiring is not only about filling roles. It is about telling the right story to the right candidate at the right time. Please visit our website to get more information: https://swangroup.net/ 
In this episode, I sit down with Denise Chaffin, founder of Top Source Talent, to break down what separates average recruiters from top performers. With decades of experience, she shares how recruiting has changed and what still works today.
We talk about how storytelling helps attract better candidates, why candidate experience matters more than ever, and what companies often get wrong in hiring. Denise also explains the real challenges behind negotiation, retention, and building strong hiring strategies.
You will learn:
What makes a great recruiter
How to improve your hiring process
Why storytelling is key in recruitment
How to attract and retain top talent
If you want to improve your recruitment strategy and hire smarter, this conversation will give you practical insights you can apply right away.
Links from this episode:
Get to know more about Steven Swan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swangroup 
Get to know more about Denise Chaffin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisechaffin 
Check out Denise’s podcast: https://topsourcetalentllc.com/podcast 
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🔗 Stay Connected With Us.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-swan-group/ 
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