• From Lab to Leader: Guillaume's Unexpected Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Jan 20 2025
  • Length: 26 mins
  • Podcast

From Lab to Leader: Guillaume's Unexpected Entrepreneurial Journey

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Pathways in Life Science podcast, host Pat chats with Guillaume, an old friend and the entrepreneurial spirit behind Biotech Connect. Guillaume, who founded the company in 2014, opens up about his journey from a timid PhD student tasked with sales to orchestrating successful life science shows across Canada. Together, they delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of organizing such events, the initial struggles, the pandemic pivot, and ultimately the revival of his business. Guillaume's candid storytelling, sprinkled with humor and humility, paints a vivid picture of what it takes to thrive in the life science industry. Buckle up for an inspiring narrative of perseverance, creativity, and the importance of not burning bridges.

    00:00 Welcome to Pathways in Life Science
    00:14 Introducing Guillaume and Biotech Connect
    01:22 Guillaume's Early Career and Entrepreneurial Journey
    06:43 Challenges and Triumphs of Biotech Connect
    14:18 Navigating the Pandemic
    17:20 Post-Pandemic Success and Reflections
    25:14 Conclusion and Sponsor Message

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