Silicon Slopes | Leaders Interviewing Leaders Renew Biotechnologies CEO Chad Pollard
May 9, 2025
35:58
In this episode, we sit down with the co-founder and CEO of Renew Biotechnologies to explore the groundbreaking work his company is doing in the field of early detection for neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and ALS. Discover how a passion for research at BYU led to the creation of a company that's on the verge of changing the world.
00:00 - Introduction and guest welcome
00:19 - From med school to biotech: The origin story
00:51 - Early research and the birth of Renew Biotechnologies
01:33 - Discussing Neuralink and the potential to cure ALS
02:33 - How early detection can lead to cures
02:44 - Introduction to Renew Biotechnologies and their focus
03:54 - Success stories and the impact of their technology
06:59 - The timeline and process for bringing a biotech product to market
09:07 - The role of AI in diagnostics and healthcare
10:28 - Long-term impact of AI in healthcare
12:07 - Changes in administration and their impact on biotech
14:21 - A day in the life of a biotech CEO
15:57 - Company growth and future plans
17:21 - Building a biotech company in Utah
19:34 - Utah's biotech community and its growth
21:53 - The role of universities in biotech innovation
24:04 - Venture capital and funding challenges in biotech
25:44 - Reading recommendations for CEOs
26:30 - Balancing work with personal interests
28:39 - Future vision for Renew Biotechnologies
29:33 - Unique company structure and incentivizing innovation
31:40 - The importance of integrity in healthcare
33:10 - Acknowledging those who gave a chance
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00:00 - Introduction and guest welcome
00:19 - From med school to biotech: The origin story
00:51 - Early research and the birth of Renew Biotechnologies
01:33 - Discussing Neuralink and the potential to cure ALS
02:33 - How early detection can lead to cures
02:44 - Introduction to Renew Biotechnologies and their focus
03:54 - Success stories and the impact of their technology
06:59 - The timeline and process for bringing a biotech product to market
09:07 - The role of AI in diagnostics and healthcare
10:28 - Long-term impact of AI in healthcare
12:07 - Changes in administration and their impact on biotech
14:21 - A day in the life of a biotech CEO
15:57 - Company growth and future plans
17:21 - Building a biotech company in Utah
19:34 - Utah's biotech community and its growth
21:53 - The role of universities in biotech innovation
24:04 - Venture capital and funding challenges in biotech
25:44 - Reading recommendations for CEOs
26:30 - Balancing work with personal interests
28:39 - Future vision for Renew Biotechnologies
29:33 - Unique company structure and incentivizing innovation
31:40 - The importance of integrity in healthcare
33:10 - Acknowledging those who gave a chance
If you enjoyed this video and want to support us please leave a LIKE, write a comment on this video and Share it with your friends. Subscribe to our channel on YouTube and click the icon for notifications when we add a new video. Let us know in the comments if you have any questions.
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Show Links: https://www.renewbt.com
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/silicon-slopes/
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