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The Pharmaverse is a leadership podcast that brings you exclusive insights from the stars of the Pharma universe. Hosted by Michael Pietrack, a top Pharma and Biotech recruiter, whose team partners with the most recognizable Pharma companies in the industry, as well as the hottest of the emerging Biotechs. In each episode, Michael sits down with influential and innovative leaders in the Pharmaceutical and related industries. Listeners will hear from stars from all sectors of the Pharmaverse and will gain valuable insights to help lead their team or structure their careers. Whether you're a current leader, an aspiring leader, or a leadership enthusiast, the Pharmaverse Podcast has something for you. Tune in and subscribe!
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In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, we sit down with Heather Paprstein, Senior Director of Oncology Medical Affairs at Corsair Therapeutics, to explore what it truly means to lead with empathy in the pharmaceutical industry. Heather shares her journey from oncology nurse to senior pharma leader, and breaks down the practical leadership skills needed to grow teams, navigate medical affairs, and build a meaningful career in biotech. If you're a current or aspiring leader in pharma, biot...
What makes a truly great leader? In this episode of the PharmaVerse Podcast, host Michael Petrarch sits down with bestselling author Bob Burg, co-author of the global phenomenon The Go-Giver, to explore the timeless principles behind extraordinary leadership, influence, and success. Bob shares the Five Laws of Stratospheric Success—a powerful framework that has influenced leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals around the world. These principles reveal why the most successful people focus...
Join Michael Pietrack and Paul Ward, Executive Director of BeOne Medicines,, for a comprehensive Pharma Leadership Masterclass. This three-part series dives deep into the real-world leadership lessons Paul has learned over 25+ years in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. 📙In this video, you’ll learn: ▪️Early leadership experiences and lessons from sports and school ▪️Transitioning from peer to manager while building trust ▪️Mentorship lessons from Suzanne Lawrence and other influent...
Leadership Lessons from Pharma: Building High-Performance Culture, Curiosity & Collective Intelligence | Pharmaverse Podcast In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Petrack sits down with renowned medical affairs leader Dr. Toby Patterson, former SVP of Global Medical Affairs at Genentech and GSK, to explore powerful leadership lessons from pharma, sports, and life. They discuss how great leaders “lead through the problem,” build principled cultures that outlive them, an...
Join host Michael Pietrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he speaks with Dr. Kirk Shepard, Chief Medical Officer of PDS Biotechnology, co-founder of the Medical Affairs Professional Society (MAPS), and creator of the Oncology Voices Network (OBN). 📙In this episode, they discuss: ▪️The inspiration behind the Oncology Voices Network and its mission to unite cross-functional stakeholders in oncology. ▪️Insights from the bestselling book “Voices of Oncology” and how collaboration accelerates ca...
In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Shetal Vyas, Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Development at Ardelyx, to explore what authentic leadership really means in today’s pharmaceutical industry. From immigrating to the United States at the age of seven to leading high-pressure pharma launches, Shetal Vyas shares deeply personal stories that shaped her leadership philosophy. She explains how learning to get comfortable w...
Season 3, Episode 1: Building a People-First Culture with John Harlow Join Michael Petrack and John Harlow, a senior commercial leader in the pharmaceutical industry, as they explore how to create a people-first culture in Pharma. Gain actionable leadership insights on balancing performance with empathy, hiring for culture fit, fostering curiosity, and driving team success. Learn practical tips for supporting underperforming team members, cultivating competitiveness, and instilling a growth ...
In this episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Allison Trucillo, MD, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Avalon Pharma, to explore what it truly means to lead with a growth mindset in the Pharmaceutical industry. Allison shares her inspiring career journey from physician to pharma executive, discusses the powerful growth equation (stress + rest = growth), and explains how taking calculated risks, leveraging mentors, affirmations, and stepping outside your c...
Dive into the Pharmaverse Podcast with host Michael Pietrack as he speaks with Marco Smit, CCO and COO at Domelabs AI, about the revolutionary impact of AI on the pharmaceutical industry. This episode covers: - How AI, including Gen AI and Agentic AI, is reshaping drug development and operational strategy - Emerging roles in pharma and guidance for recruiting AI-savvy talent - Practical tips for employees to engage with AI, maximize productivity, and create leadership opportunities - Managin...
Season 2, Episode 22: Man in the Arena with Tony Lin Join Michael Pietrack on The Pharmaverse Podcast as he interviews Tony Lin. In this inspiring episode, Tony shares his leadership journey, the invaluable lessons he learned from his father, and the resilience needed to thrive in Pharma. He dives deep into facing challenges, navigating cultural transitions, mentorship, and the power of mental cues like “Man in the Arena” to overcome setbacks. Whether you’re an aspiring leader or an experien...
Season 2, Episode 21: A Century of X-Rays with Margaret Yu In this powerful episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Dr. Margaret Yu, Chief Medical Officer at ARTBIO, an oncology company leading the charge in Radioligand Therapy (RLT) to revolutionize cancer care. Dr. Yu unpacks the 130-year history of radiation in medicine — from the discoveries of Marie and Pierre Curie to the approval of modern alpha isotopes — and explains how ARTBIO is developing new rad...
Season 2, Episode 20: Exploring The "ProFound" with John Lepore | The Pharmaverse Podcast Join host Michael Pietrack on The Pharmaverse Podcast as he talks with John Lepore, CEO of ProFound Therapeutics, about leadership, career pivots, and the future of pharmaceutical innovation. Discover how passion, mentorship, and strategic partnerships drive breakthrough therapies and impact patient care. 🔖In this episode: 👉Explore ProFound Therapeutics’ innovative approach to discovering novel protein...
Season 2, Episode 19: Confronting Osteoporosis with Miranda Toledano Welcome back to the Pharmaverse Podcast, hosted by Michael Pietrack. In this episode, we sit down with Miranda Toledano, CEO of EnteraBio (NASDAQ: ENTX), to explore: 🔹 The evolving treatment paradigm for osteoporosis 🔹 Why millions of women worldwide remain undiagnosed and untreated 🔹 EnteraBio’s groundbreaking EV613 oral tablet—a potential game-changer versus injectables 🔹 The FDA alignment milestone using Bone Mineral De...
Join Michael Pietrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he sits down with Dr. Chadi Nabhan, MD – CMO and Head of Strategy at RyghtAI, hematologist, oncologist, author, and podcast host – to explore the future of clinical trials, AI innovation, and leadership in healthcare. 📕In this episode, Dr. Nabhan shares: ✔️How RyghtAI uses AI digital twins to speed up clinical trials and reduce costs. ✔️The process of matching clinical trial protocols to the best sites worldwide. ✔️Lessons learned from ment...
Season 2, Episode 17: Ode To The Oncopig with Jessicca Rege Welcome to The Pharmaverse Podcast, your go-to destination for insights in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry. In this episode, host Michael Pietrack sits down with Jessicca Rege, PhD, CEO of Seuss Clinicals, to discuss pioneering approaches in preclinical oncology research using the Oncopig cancer model. Jessica shares her experience leading innovative pharma projects, her thoughts on disruptive and transformational leadershi...
Season 2, Episode 16: Breaking Barriers with Jacob Becraft Join Michael Petrack on the Pharmaverse Podcast as he interviews Jake Becraft, CEO & Co-founder of Strand Therapeutics! Discover how Jake is transforming cancer treatment with programmable mRNA therapies. Hear about his journey from a small town in Illinois to MIT, how jiu-jitsu shaped his leadership, and the lessons of team-building, failure, and innovation. Learn about Strand’s breakthroughs, including the game-changing abscop...
🎧 Season 2, Episode 15 | What’s In a Name? Featuring Raj Devraj In this insightful episode of The Pharmaverse Podcast, host Michael Pietrack welcomes Raj Devraj, a seasoned leader in the pharmaceutical industry, to explore the power of identity, legacy, and what’s truly behind a name. From cultural influences to leadership values, Raj shares stories from his personal and professional journey—offering a unique lens into the people-first mindset that defines authentic pharma leadership. 💬 Dis...
Season 2, Episode 14: Leading Across Generations with Claudio Pasquinelli In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we sit down with Claudio Pasquinelli, MD, the recently retired Vice President of Clinical Science at Takeda. With over 25 years of experience in pharma and a background in clinical medicine, Dr. Pasquinelli shares profound lessons on leadership, generational mentorship, and navigating career transitions — including what “retirement” really means. 🔹📕 Highlights Include: ▪️Dr. ...
On this episode of The Pharmaverse Podcast, Art Krieg, the President of Zola Therapeutics, tells Michael that vision, endurance, resilience, and a whole lot of grit are needed to run a biotech. Krieg has faced the rugged terrain and uphill climbs that come with building science-based companies. But just like a marathoner, he’s never stopped putting one foot in front of the other. 🎧 In this episode, Art and Michael discuss: ✅ The parallels between biotech leadership and long-distance r...
Welcome back to another great episode of the Pharmaverse Podcast! This week our host Michael Pietrack interviews Jiten Pant, founder and CEO of NOBiotics, a company focused on the therapeutic properties of nitric oxide. Jiten shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings in India to becoming a leader in the biotechnology field. Learn from story of NOBiotics and Jiten's childhood and journey as an immigrant Founder and CEO. "You can be a leader even without a title." He discusses ...
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