Leaders as Change Agents with Catharine Smith, Executive Director of the Termeer Foundation

Building Biotechs

This week, we had a conversation with Catharine Smith - the Executive Director at the Termeer Foundation. Catharine is passionate about supporting biotech founders in growing patient-centric companies. We are thrilled about the Termeer Foundation and have been delighted to witness the Termeer Fellows thrive through the support, training, and community that this organization provides. If you're interested in making a difference in human health through biotech, this episode is definitely for you.

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00:00 Introduction to Catherine Smith and the Termeer Foundation

00:20 Catherine's Early Career and Passion for Healthcare

01:57 Role and Mission of the Termeer Foundation

04:04 Challenges and Support for Early Stage Biotech Leaders

06:56 Day-to-Day Life as Executive Director

08:56 Previous Experience at the Clinton Health Matters Initiative

11:46 The Termeer Fellows Program

13:48 Common Challenges for First-Time Founders

16:36 Global Reach and Diversity in Biotech

23:06 Nonprofit Career Insights and Mentorship

31:31 Future Aspirations and Book Recommendations

34:54 Conclusion and How to Connect with Catherine