Listen "Tackling Big Pharma: The Path to Cheaper, Faster and Safer Medicines"
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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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
Follow this show on your podcast app and join us on The Startup Sensations Podcast LinkedIn page. Watch video highlights on YouTube. We love hearing your feedback, so email us at [email protected].
Don Stewart - https://www.linkedin.com/in/don-stewart-canada/
PlantForm Corporation - https://www.plantformcorp.com/
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