Being a Life Sciences Leader

With a bird’s-eye-view of the life sciences industry, Life Sciences Pennsylvania President & CEO, Chris Molineaux, joins Rachael Bushey, Partner and Co-managing Partner of the Philadelphia office of Goodwin Procter to welcome life sciences leaders to give insights into the complex and high-risk world of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, diagnostics and the services that support them. Here we learn what it means to be a life sciences leader.

Being a Life Sciences Leader is a business podcast hosted by Life Sciences Pennsylvania, with 74 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Life Sciences Pennsylvania hosts Being a Life Sciences Leader, a business show with 74 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  Nick Pachuda, DPM, Peptilogics & Neovate

  Aug 19, 202626 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail In this week's episode, Nick reflects on his leadership journey across startups and global healthcare organizations, sharing lessons on innovation, collaboration, and growth. He discusses Pennsylvania's strength as a med tech hub, the importance of mentoring future industry leaders, and the values that guide his decisions. Nick also shares his thoughts on receiving the John Nash Med Tech Leadership Award and what impactful, patient-focused innovation means to him.

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  Episode #5

  Senator Frank Farry, Pennsylvania State Senate

  Aug 5, 202629 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we talk with Pennsylvania State Senator Farry about his path in public service and the experiences that have shaped his approach to leadership. The conversation covers Pennsylvania’s growing life sciences sector, the importance of fostering innovation and developing a strong workforce. Senator Farry also reflects on his commitment to serving the community and what it means to be recognized as State Official of the Year.

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  Episode #4

  Lex Johnson, PhD, Dispatch Bio

  Jul 22, 202631 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Lex discusses Dispatch Bio’s growth from its early days, how academia and entrepreneurship have shaped their approach to innovation, and what it means to be named LSPA’s Emerging Company of the Year. The conversation also explores the milestones behind the recognition, Pennsylvania’s thriving life sciences ecosystem, and what’s next for the company as it continues to advance its mission.

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  Episode #3

  Zev Sunleaf, CHOP

  Jul 15, 202628 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail Stream the third episode of Season 9 - featuring the 2026 Award Honorees. Join Zev as he discusses his work at CHOP, advancing innovation in pediatric healthcare, and the power of collaboration across the life sciences industry. Hear insights on leadership, service, and the impact of building connections that drive research, discovery and patient care forward.

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  Episode #2

  Stanley Plotkin, MD, Global Virus Network, Merlin Biotech

  Jun 17, 202633 minS9

  Send us Fan Mail Stream the second episode of Season 9 - featuring the 2026 Award Honorees. This week’s episode is with Dr. Stanley Plotkin, renowned virologist and developer of the rubella vaccine, as he reflects on his career, key vaccine breakthroughs and the impact of receiving the Scientific Achievement Award.

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