#89: E Jane Caraway - Life Science in Georgia

Where are the Big Life Science Hubs in the United States? Here is an in-depth overview of  Life Science In Georgia with many essential Key Facts and exciting stories from the beautiful state. My guest in this episode is E Jane Caraway, Director of Life Science at the Georgia Department of Economic Development.⭐We are talking aboutLife Science, Vineyards, Vampires and ZombiesBoehringer Ingelheim's Facilities in AtlantaHow Life Science Companies Help CommunitiesScience in GeorgiaStarting a Life Science Company in Georgia as an Immigrant EntrepreneurAnd much, much more⭐About GeorgiaThe state of Georgia is a dynamic hub for life sciences with more than 2,000 organizations. We have the resources to assist you in getting ideas researched, tested, commercialized, produced, and delivered quickly to most anywhere in the world. New and existing companies have access to a highly educated workforce, renowned research institutions, cutting-edge technological resources, and access to the global marketplace via a robust infrastructure. Georgia’s pro-business climate, combined with a culture of collaboration and innovation, has fostered growth across all sectors of life sciences.⭐ EPISODE Links:E Jane Caraway: EJane Caraway, a passionate advocate for company success and community growth, has been with the Georgia Department of Economic Development for 13years. Since 2017 she has served as the Director of Life Sciences, and recently worked on projects with companies like Boehringer Ingelheim, Boston Scientific and IC Biomedical, just to name a few.  Youtube🎤 Quotes:(09:41) “Georgia has the second largest film industry in the world, after Canada and before Hollywood”(18:51) “The Soccer World Championship 2026 will be in the United States”(22:41) “Facebook has worked with local partnerships and entrepreneurs to build their own solar fields to supply energy to their facilities in Georgia”(28:41) "Georgia had a 150% growth in the Life Science Industry in 2021"🕛 Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(03:00) Recap of the #bio2022 in San Diego(05:35) Background EJane Caraway and Life Sciences in Georgia(08:00) What do Life Science, Canyons, Vineyards, Vampires, She-Hulk, King of Queens, and Zombies have in common?(10:00) The Film Industry in Georgia(15:30) Sports in Georgia – Baseball, Soccer, Football, Golf, Pickleball(21:30) Georgia’s Leading Industries – Coca Cola, Delta Airlines, NCR, Facebook, Boehringer Ingelheim, HomeDepot, Aflac, UPS(23:45) Boehringer Ingelheim in Atlanta, Georgia and Vienna, Austria(28:55) Life Science in Georgia has seen a 150% Growth Rate in 2022(33:00) The Positive Impact Life Science Companies Make in the Community – The Takeda Story(36:12) The Boston Scientific, AMRI and Gulf Stream – Ebola Story(41:21) Science in Georgia(44:30) Starting a Company in Georgia as an Immigrant Entrepreneur – How is the Workforce, Labspace, and Funding Situation in Georgia?(51:30) The Georgia Department of Economic Development is a One Stop Shop for Life Science Entrepreneurs(53:12) Success Stories from Life Science Companies in Georgia(57:14) Why should life science entrepreneurs start their businesses in Georgia?(59:25) Support the State of Georgia offers to entrepreneurs(01:02:39) Are you interested in starting your business in Georgia? Here is how!Send us Fan Mail Join Christian Soschner for expert coaching. 50% Off - With 35+ years in deep tech, startups/scaleups, and public companies, Christian offers power video sessions. Elevate strategy, execution, and leadership. Book Now.Support the showJoin the Podcast Newsletter: Link