In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Bernardo Cervantes, leading the charge in microbiome science, with a mix of experience and insights:

• Bernardo is the Co-Founder and COO of Concerto Biosciences, a biotech pioneering the development of microbial consortia-based therapeutics.
• With a robust background in microbial engineering, Bernardo has dedicated his career to studying microbial interactions and microbiome health. His expertise spans sythetic biology and metabolic engineering.
• Bernardo is internationally recognised for his contributions to microbiome science, particularly in translating complex microbial ecology into practical applications. His work at Concerto Biosciences has positioned him as a thought leader in developing next-generation microbial therapeutics.
• Prior to co-founding Concerto Biosciences, Bernardo earned his PhD in Microbiology from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
• Concerto has been active at major scientific conferences, including the 2024 BIO International Convention, where Concerto Biosciences was featured in the NIH Innovation Zone.

In this episode, we discuss the future of microbiome sciences, Bernardo’s key learnings throughout his career, how he’s adapted his leadership as one of three Co-Founders, management, a great opportunity within the market and a lot more. This conversation applies broadly to all types of connections in the Life Sciences Industry, and aims to educate and inspire those who want to excel in leadership.

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Dr. Bernardo Cervantes

Chief Operations Officer at Concerto Biosciences

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernacularbio/

Lawrence Rose

Co-Founder + Talent Solutions Director At ARTO

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Timestamps:

00:00 Career Beginnings & Concerto Biosciences

10:16 Concerto Biosciences - Key Learnings

15:26 Team Building & Culture

23:52 Quickfire Questions

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Frank Watanabe, a titan of biotech and pharma, and leader shaping the future of medicine:

• CEO of Arcutis Biotherapeutics, one of the few commercial stage Dermatology focused Biopharma companies; leading them from startup to IPO to commercial success.
• 25+ years in biotech and pharma with expertise across of various Therapeutic areas.
• Proven leader in life sciences, known for building and scaling companies from early-stage to FDA approval - with leadership forged from time spent in the U.S. Navy.
• Former roles at Kythera, Lilly Amgen, and Allergan - driving strategy, R&D, and game-changing product launches.
• Champion of innovation, access, and purpose-driven leadership across the biopharma ecosystem

In this episode, we discuss everything from How Frank built Arcutis, motivation and Self-Improvement that is grounded from his experience in the Navy, revealing the key to success as a leader in the industry. This conversation applies broadly to all types of connections in the Life Sciences Industry, and aims to educate and inspire those who want to excel in leadership.

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Dr. Frank Watanabe

President, CEO At Arcutis

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-watanabe-419711/

Lawrence Rose

Co-Founder + Talent Solutions Director At ARTO

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencerose/

Timestamps:

00:00 Career Beginnings + Arcutis

05:01 Leadership & Growth

20:52 Motivation & Self Improvement

27:40 Personality Traits To Succeed In Pharma

33:30 What’s Next For Arcutis

#LeadingBeyondTheLab #ARTOTalent #Biotechnology #Dermatology

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Volker Koscielny, a distinguished figure in the pharmaceutical industry, with a wealth of experience and a forward thinking approach to medical innovation:

• CMO at Almirall, a global pharmaceutical company specialising in medical dermatology, dedicated to developing innovative treatments for skin diseases.
• 20+ years of experience in dermatology, bridging between R&D, business development, marketing, and sales.
• Recognised globally for his commitment to understanding patient needs and demonstrating the real-world value of medicines.
• Former roles at Celgene, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Servier and Boehringer Ingelheim, leaving Volker with the experience to lead and scale cross-functional teams ensures the seamless integration of regulatory, clinical, and commercial strategies.
• Volker recently contributed to Almirall’s 15th annual Skin Academy, a conference that brings together dermatologists from across Europe to discuss advancements in inflammatory skin diseases and patient well-being.
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In this episode, we discuss the future of dermatology, Volker’s insights from industry roundtables, and the key experiences and achievements that shaped his success in the field. This conversation applies broadly to all types of connections in the Life Sciences Industry, and aims to educate and inspire those who want to excel in leadership.

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Dr. Volker Koscielny

Chief Medical Officer at Almirall

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/volker-koscielny/

Lawrence Rose

Co-Founder + Talent Solutions Director At ARTO

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencerose/

Timestamps:

00:00 Leadership In Life Sciences

10:40 Potential In Dermatology

16:21 Functionality As A Leader

22:40 Achievements & Wrapping Up

#LeadingBeyondTheLab #ARTOTalent #Biotechnology #Dermatology

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