Tackling Big Pharma: The Path to Cheaper, Faster and Safer Medicines

21/10/2025 44 min
Tackling Big Pharma: The Path to Cheaper, Faster and Safer Medicines

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Episode Synopsis

S6 Ep6 – Don Stewart is the President & CEO of PlantForm Corporation, a pioneering Canadian biotech company revolutionising pharmaceutical manufacturing using plant-based technology.

In this engaging episode, Don shares firsthand insights into his entrepreneurial journey, shedding light on disruptive innovations in biopharmaceuticals, the challenges of breaking into the conservative pharmaceutical industry, and strategies for building effective global partnerships. The conversation explores the wide-ranging applications of PlantForm’s technology—from cancer treatment to emergency preparedness—whilst giving us a candid look at the realities of leading a startup through crises such as COVID-19 and navigating legal battles.

🎙️ Key Topics:



Bringing disruptive plant-based pharmaceutical technology to market




Overcoming industry resistance and regulatory hurdles




Strategic partnerships and global expansion in Latin America and Asia




Leadership lessons: persistence, focus, and the art of delegation




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Don Stewart - https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-stewart-canada/

PlantForm Corporation - https://www.plantformcorp.com/




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