I'm a determined Harvard scientist from Small Town, Florida on a mission to find a cure for diabetes and to give it away for free. Growing up, this mission seemed so ridiculous that I was ashamed to say it out loud. I did not know anyone who had started a drug company, cured a disease, or established an international humanitarian health program. Even the idea to cure diabetes itself was resisted and people said things like, “We already know the cure for diabetes. People can just lose weight and cure themselves.” Instead of drawing the logical conclusions that I was not born under the right set of circumstances, that diabetes was incurable, and that a company could not sustainably give away its products to those in need, I held on to the belief that I could figure out a way to achieve my goals. While I still have much to learn and do, I have come a long way and am convinced of both the value and feasibility of my mission, as well as my ability to work with others to accomplish it.
In addition to training in stem cells, genomics, genetic engineering, tissue engineering, microfluidics, and optical sensors, my graduate and postdoctoral work provided opportunities to develop leadership skills. Having coordinated seven multi-institutional projects, I understand the synergy and regular communication that successful teams need. In these management experiences, I had multiple responsibilities including presentation of quarterly progress updates for program officials and mentoring students with varying levels of experience.
To prepare for entrepreneurship in the biotech industry, I have toured companies and engaged in informational interviews with academic and industry leaders. I have also taken an entrepreneurship course at the MIT Sloan School of Management, a biotech business course at RA Capital Management, and currently participate in the BYU Management Society and Entrepreneurship Association. Please reach out to explore how we can work together to find a cure.
In addition to training in stem cells, genomics, genetic engineering, tissue engineering, microfluidics, and optical sensors, my graduate and postdoctoral work provided opportunities to develop leadership skills. Having coordinated seven multi-institutional projects, I understand the synergy and regular communication that successful teams need. In these management experiences, I had multiple responsibilities including presentation of quarterly progress updates for program officials and mentoring students with varying levels of experience.
To prepare for entrepreneurship in the biotech industry, I have toured companies and engaged in informational interviews with academic and industry leaders. I have also taken an entrepreneurship course at the MIT Sloan School of Management, a biotech business course at RA Capital Management, and currently participate in the BYU Management Society and Entrepreneurship Association. Please reach out to explore how we can work together to find a cure.