In this episode of Break to Build, Chae O'Brien sits down with Jacqueline Furniss, the Senior Director of Product Strategy at Abcam, a leading life sciences company. Jacqueline shares her unique career journey, starting from a passion for genetics and transitioning through the dot-com boom to her current role. The discussion delves into the complexities of aligning product strategy with the diverse needs of researchers, scientists, and drug developers, and explores the impact of AI on product innovation and customer experience.

Key Takeaways:

• Jacqueline's non-linear path from studying genetic engineering to pivoting into the dot-com boom where she worked with major companies like DoubleClick, Excite, and E*TRADE, and finally returning to her roots in the life sciences sector at Abcam.
• The significance of data-driven decision-making in product strategy and modern-day leadership.
• The criticality of rigorous data analysis and financial diligence in driving product innovation.
• The rising costs of research data processing and storage and their implications for academic institutions and businesses.
• Strategies for presenting and managing data effectively to drive value creation and organizational innovation.

Featured Expert: Jacqueline Furniss, Senior Director of Product Strategy - Abcam

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