Changing a Leopard's Spots: Science, Data/AI, & Strategy

Technical Debt in R&D Organizations: A Conversation with John F. Conway and Raminderpal Singh Overview John F. Conway and Raminderpal Singh explore how technical debt accumulates within R&D organizations — particularly in pharma and life sciences — and why it often goes unaddressed. They share real-world stories, practical solutions, and leadership lessons for managing the growing complexity of scientific and technical systems. 💡 Key Topics Covered: How technical debt arises in well-f...

Funding Science Startups & Avoiding Failure | Changing a Leopard’s Spots - Ep. 2 In this episode of Changing a Leopard’s Spots, hosts John Conway (20/15 Visioneers) and Raminderpal Singh (HitchhikersAI.org) dive into the challenges of funding scientific businesses and the key strategies for building sustainable organizations. 💡 Key Topics Covered: 🔹 Alternative funding options beyond venture capital – grants, angel investors, IPOs & more 🔹 The reality of VC funding: high stakes, pre...

In the inaugural episode of Changing a Leopard’s Spots, John Conway (20/15 Visioneers) and Raminderpal Singh (HitchhikersAI) discuss the intricate relationship between AI, data culture, and organizational transformation. They explore historical parallels, current challenges, and future implications for businesses navigating a data-driven world. The Evolution of Culture and Data The discussion begins with how culture has driven major shifts, from early civilizations to today’s digital revoluti...