Episode 28: Biotech Ecosystem Development with Key Opinion Leader Mark Crowell

“Innovation ecosystem” is a term often used in biotech, but what actually goes into building a strong ecosystem? Mark Crowell, RTTP, Executive Entrepreneur in Residence at UNC Chapel Hill, talks about the elements that go into developing an innovation ecosystem, pulling from his experiences at Research Triangle Park in North Carolina. He also provides details about his startup company, Arkane Innovation. Episode hosted by Patrick Reed, RTTP. This episode was recorded at Bio on the Bayou, the annual event in New Orleans showcasing academic science, biotech, and startups from the entire Gulf South region. Links: Connect with Mark Crowell, RTTP. Check out Mark’s Fireside Chat on Ecosystem Development at BIO on the BAYOU. Learn more about UNC Chapel Hill’s Eshelman Institute for Innovation. Learn more about Arkane Innovation. Connect with Patrick Reed, RTTP, and learn about his new position as Auburn University’s Executive Director of the Intellectual Property Exchange. Check out BIO on the BAYOU and make plans to attend October 29 & 30, 2024. Learn more about BIO from the BAYOU – the podcast, the upcoming event, and more! Learn more about podcast sponsor, The XLerator Network. Bio from the Bayou is a podcast that explores biotech innovation, business development, and healthcare outcomes in New Orleans & The Gulf South, connecting biotech companies, investors, and key opinion leaders to advance medicine, technology, and startup opportunities in the region.