The Life Science Entrepreneur: A Practical Guide To Forming, Financing, Building, And Exiting A Life Science Company

Developing a business in the life sciences industry presents certain unique management challenges. The life sciences industry, which includes pharmaceuticals, biotech, biological products, imaging, medical devices, diagnostics, and drug delivery, comes with high risk and can lead to high rewards. It may take up to ten years to obtain a drug approval and the industry is subjected to government regulations. Intellectual property rights are critically important, and due to the specialized nature of the business, raising capital, hiring key executives and staff, and navigating development candidates through a rigorous development process can present unique management challenges. This conversational and accessible guide on starting, growing, and exiting a life sciences business will help you tackle these thorny issues and more. With the help of expert Jack J. Luchese, learn both business basics and industry specialization, with clear explanations for every step along the way. Anyone from budding entrepreneurs to research scientists to potential investors will find this book a useful companion. From founding the business to formulating an exit plan, this glimpse into the life cycle of a life sciences business is informative and entertaining.

• | Author: Jack J. Luchese
• | Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• | Publication Date: Sep 07, 2016
• | Number of Pages: 202 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback
• | ISBN-10: 1533483957
• | ISBN-13: 9781533483959