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Life Sphere: Win the Race Against Time

Listen in the first Tuesday of every month when we talk with Leaders in LifeSciences. Each episode of Life Sphere will feature a conversation with thought leaders across a range of skills and disciplines. The guest line-up for season one includes drug commercialization, scientists, marketing and PR, analytics, technologists, Acumen's own in-house experts and more. Through these conversations, Life Sphere will explore industry trends, must-have tools, careers, new skills, as well as (and most importantly!) demonstrate the impact life sciences has on each of us. Guests will share their unique take on the industry, including career advice, experiences, how to overcome hurdles, and more.

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Life Sphere: Win the Race Against Time

Unlocking Success in Life Sciences: Building Diverse and Dynamic Organizations through Strategic Talent Acquisition

June 20, 2023 • Acumen Analytics

Join host Kathleen Brunner in a another episode of the Life Sphere Podcast as she engages in an enlightening conversation with Melissa Singer Weiss, Principal at Stevenson Search Partners. With nearly 15 years of experience in the Life Sciences industry, Melissa shares her invaluable insights on talent acquisition, company building, and the integration of innovation.

Melissa unveils the distinctive approach of Stevenson Search
Partners, emphasizing the significance of cultivating enduring relationships with
clients and candidates. She highlights the strategic methods employed to
develop long-term partnerships and offer invaluable guidance throughout
individuals' careers.

Exploring the convergence of science and technology, Melissa
sheds light on how Life Sciences companies are embracing artificial
intelligence and digital innovation. She addresses the challenges of sourcing
experienced talent in these rapidly evolving areas, drawing intriguing
parallels between talent matching and the intricate pieces of a puzzle.

The discussion delves into the strategic aspects of talent
acquisition at different company growth stages. Melissa emphasizes the
criticality of strong leadership, effective communication skills, and a solid
reputation in attracting and assessing top-tier talent. Furthermore, she
underscores the transformative power of diversity of thought and the inclusion
of diverse candidates in driving innovation and seizing market opportunities.

As a Principal at Stevenson Search Partners, Melissa draws upon
her extensive Life Sciences experience to advise organizations on attracting
top executives for critical leadership roles. From Pre-Series A ventures to
established life sciences companies, she serves a broad range of clients across
science, development, and business. Don't miss this captivating conversation
that uncovers the art of building Life Sciences companies, nurturing talent,
and embracing innovation.

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