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Quality Grind Podcast

Quality Grind Podcast

By: MEDVACON Life Sciences
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Welcome to The Quality Grind Podcast, presented by Medvacon! Join hosts Joe Toscano, President of Medvacon, and Mike Kent, Director of Learning Platforms, as they (we) have some fun while tackling topics related to the “everyday grind” within Life Science industries.

Featuring conversations with key industry players, they’ll dive into their unique problem-solving strategies, career paths and personal interests. Most importantly, their (our) goal is to cultivate a community where information and experiences can be shared with and for the benefit of all, emphasizing the diversity of approaches to industry challenges and the importance of continuous engagement and learning.

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Episodes
  • Navigating Cell & Gene Therapy: Accelerating Development and Innovation
    Jun 10 2025

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    Welcome back to the Grind, where Joe and Mike continue their exploration of Cell & Gene Therapy with expert Ray Kaczmarek.

    In this episode, part 2 of our 4-part series, Ray provides perspective on navigating the development process, highlighting some key factors for success – robust science, integrous data and stage-appropriate systems and structure.

    Learn strategies for selecting and working with manufacturing partners, the importance of defined technical roadmaps, and how to leverage early-phase data to ensure a competitive edge.

    Stay tuned for part 3, where they will explore the business case for disciplined development, strong supply chains and robust partner agreements.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

    Thanks for listening! Don't forget to follow us @medvacon on all platforms for updates on blogs and podcasts!

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    40 mins
  • Navigating Cell & Gene Therapy: Setting the Stage for Success
    Jun 4 2025

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    Welcome to The Grind! Hosts Joe Toscano and Mike Kent caught up with special guest Ray Kaczmarek in San Diego for an insightful discussion highlighting the complexities and dynamic nature of Cell and Gene Therapy.

    In this episode, the first in a 4-part series, Ray shares his experiences from military service to multiple C-suite roles during his 25-year career in both pharma and biotech, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership, strategic planning, and team collaboration. Ray also unveils some of his unique strategies for navigating the challenges and opportunities of this rapidly evolving Life Sciences landscape that set the stage for his success.

    And stay tuned for Part 2, where the focus will shift to accelerating the development process, here on The Quality Grind Podcast, presented by Medvacon.

    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

    Thanks for listening! Don't forget to follow us @medvacon on all platforms for updates on blogs and podcasts!

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    24 mins
  • Lean Principles and Regulated Life Sciences - Part 1
    May 28 2025

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    In this episode of the Quality Grind Podcast, host Mike Kent welcomes Jose Mora back to discuss the application of Lean principles in regulated life science environments.

    Tune in as they dive deep into the importance and utility of Lean, with plenty of real-life stories from across product development and commercial manufacturing. Learn about situational awareness, visual signals, and how Lean processes can help you navigate challenges, improve quality, and optimize your workflow.

    Don't miss out on this insightful discussion and get actionable advice to implement Lean in your organization!


    Contact MEDVACON:

    • Message us at @MedvaconLifeSciences on LinkedIn
    • Visit our website at www.medvacon.com/contact
    • Email us at qualitygrind@medvacon.com

    Thanks for listening! Don't forget to follow us @medvacon on all platforms for updates on blogs and podcasts!

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    26 mins
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