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The Biotech Startups Podcast dives into the business side of science, bringing you stories and insights from guests about their careers and companies.

Hosted by Jon Chee, CEO of Excedr—an equipment leasing company supporting the life sciences industry—the show features a wide range of voices, from scientific leaders to seasoned executives and investors.

Each episode explores the challenges and triumphs of running a biotech startup, offering actionable insights on navigating the life sciences industry and uncovering how biotechs are built and run, from pre-seed to IPO.

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About The Biotech Startups Podcast

The life sciences industry has come a long way, completely reshaping how we conduct, fund, and commercialize exciting new science and technology. Over the years, we’ve seen countless journeys—from early discoveries to IPOs—that highlight the unique challenges of building a biotech around something truly innovative.

More and more researchers are making the leap from academia to industry, fueling a new generation of entrepreneurs ready to bring groundbreaking products to market.

That’s why we created the Biotech Startups podcast—to support and celebrate these founders on their journey.

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Jon Chee
CEO & Podcast Host
Jon graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in Molecular Toxicology and founded Excedr in the labs on campus. As host, he takes a closer look at the notoriously demanding life science industry.
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