Fighting Cancer with Cancer Guardian - Episode #24

Nick Bellanca and Darren Rowe from Cancer Guardian are on mic to explain genomics and how genetic testing and a dedicated support team make a big impact in early cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Listen, and learn more about how Cancer Guardian works and the current state of cancer support and treatment in a COVID-19 environment.MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS:Darren RoweChief Innovation Officerwamberggenomic.comA co-founder and former CEO of the UK’s largest independent cancer navigation company, Darren is WGA’s Chief Innovation Officer, with leadership responsibility for strategic innovation and program design. Darren has a career background in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, and has held several leadership roles within companies specializing in the development of disruptive and innovative genomic technologies for personalized cancer treatments.Leading Champions Oncology’s European subsidiary businesses, Darren helped them achieve a market cap of $180m from a zero base. Darren is a former board member of Bowel Cancer UK and current board member of UK-based health technology company Trustedoctor.Whilst in the UK, Darren was a regular guest on the BBC, providing commentary on consumer-led healthcare issues. Darren studied Cognitive Behavioral Science at Leicester University in England and Executive Leadership and Organizational Innovation at Cornell Business School.In his spare time, Darren mentors small businesses and designs programs to help individuals lead happier and more meaningful lives.Darren and his family recently relocated to the USA from London, UK.Nick BellancaEVP, Group Benefitswamberggenomic.comNick leads the growth and expansion of WGA’s group benefit division, focusing in on brokers, employers, carrier partners, associations, and emerging distribution channels.Prior to joining WGA, Nick was a top, national producer for a Fortune 500 insurance carrier for over 12 years. His team partners closely with consultants, enrollment firms, benefits administration providers, and employers on the development and delivery of new and innovative employee benefit programs.Nick has been featured by Leader’s Edge magazine, and a guest speaker at Biocom, CIAB, OCEBC, Employee Benefits Forum & Expo, Workplace Benefits Renaissance and other industry events on the topic of benefits innovation. He is passionate about helping people access life changing programs that can enhance their longevity and the time they have with their family and loved ones.Nick holds a B.A. in Accounting from the University of San Diego and lives in Encinitas, CA with his wife, 2 children, and 2 boxer dogs.To listen and subscribe to more episodes, visit our website: fbmc.com/podcast.To listen in and subscribe to more episodes, visit our website: fbmc.com/podcast.