Don Brown, CEO of Arteriocyte in Cleveland, Ohio has worked in the health care industry for more than 26 years. He understands the challenges and rewards that come with bringing a product to market and recognizes the extensive support a company in the bioscience industry needs to be successful.
Don credits Ohio Third Frontier with enabling Arteriocyte to grow from a start up to a commercial stage research and development organization. He spoke with me about the importance of having this type of state program; one that focuses on the three critical aspects of building a successful life science company: investing in research, growing talent and providing investment capital.
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I recently spoke with Barbara Kunz, president ofBattelle’s Health and Life Sciences Global Business, about her thoughts on work-life balance in Ohio.
Battelle’s Health and Life Sciences Global Business delivers comprehensive R&D services – solving complex challenges in the biotechnology, medical device, pharmaceutical and public health sectors. Their location in Ohio proves that scientific discovery thrives in the heart of the Midwest, where practical innovation is hard at work. Ohio offers Battelle renowned hospitals, research centers and manufacturing facilities working together to develop new advances in bioscience.
Barbara believes you can achieve professional success within the context of a fulfilling life in Ohio. The state offers excellent career opportunities, while allowing people the time to become involved in various outside activities. For Barbara, she’s able to work with others to grow her business and still has time for personal activities such as gardening. Ohio provides her with the perfect work-life balance.
Pick up today’s Wall Street Journaland turn to page A17 to read how Ohio’s perfect combination of education and environment built a successful bioscience business for Dr. Mark Laskovics, president and COO of Girindus America Inc.
Dr. Laskovics says after living all over the world, he’s been able to construct his dream team in Ohio’s business-friendly environment, while benefiting from the state’s relaxed pace and focus on family.
“The convenience of living in Ohio – where entertainment, professional sports and your home are accessible and affordable – makes it easy for me to waste no time and live life to its fullest,” said Dr. Laskovics.
Girindus, a technology-driven company creating solutions for the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries, finds the perfect talent from Ohio’s extensive university system. The state’s reasonable cost of living and easy lifestyle keep highly skilled scientists and specialists in Ohio.
In addition, Ohio’s supportive business climate has been instrumental in Girindus’ growth. A recent $1.2 million Ohio Third Frontier grant enabled Girindusto build a new production facility. Local government tax abatements and grants also helped lay the foundation for the company’s success.
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Diagnostic HYBRIDS invents, develops, manufactures and sells innovative diagnostic and analytical products for a wide range of viral respiratory diseases, herpes virus infections, and other specific viral and thyroid diseases. The company also develops and commercializes innovative and genetically engineered cell-based detection products for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry, with an initial focus on pharmacology assays and products that measure drug clearance and anti-viral interventions with drugs and vaccines.
Diagnostic HYBRIDSrecently announced the FDA clearance, for marketing under 510(k) pre-notification process, of Thyretain TSI Reporter BioAssay. Thyretain is the first FDA-cleared test that specifically detects thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins (TSI) and is to be used as an aid in the differential diagnosis of Graves’ disease, an autoimmune thyroid disorder.
Dr. Scholl believes Ohio’s promise is authentic: You can achieve professional success within the context of a fulfilling life. Short commutes allow him to have quality time with his family and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. It’s the perfect work-life balance.
For Dr. Scholl, operating a business in Ohio means being competitive in the global marketplace. He takes pride in working at a world-class company right here in Ohio.
Check out the interview with Dr. Scholl to find out more about Ohio’s global leadership in the health careindustry and his thoughts on work-life balance.
BioEnterprise is a business formation, recruitment and acceleration initiative designed to grow health care companies and commercialize bioscience technologies. Based in Cleveland, BioEnterprise’s founders and partners are Cleveland Clinic, University Hospitals, Case Western Reserve University, Summa Health System and BioInnovation Institute in Akron.
Baiju believes access to leading thought leaders in the medical field is one of the strengths of Ohio’s bioscience industry. In Ohio, businesses have access to renowned hospitals, research centers and manufacturing facilities.
For Baiju, work-life balance means enjoying a life beyond work. As the state of perfect balance, Ohio allows him to succeed professionally, while having the time to spend with his young family and instill values in his children.
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