Leaders & Legends

In this episode of Leaders & Legends, Steve Cutler, CEO of ICON, PLC, shares his journey from the pharmaceutical industry to leading one of the world’s top CROs.

He reflects on the evolution of the CRO industry, the biggest challenges in clinical trials—especially patient recruitment—and the role of technology in shaping the future. He also gives his insights on leadership, collaboration with regulators, and the importance of innovation in driving progress.

Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the past, present, and future of clinical trials.

In this episode of Leaders & Legends, Patty sits down with David Edelman, CEO of Thrivable, to explore how his company is transforming the patient experience and recruitment in healthcare and clinical trials.

David shares his journey and the mission behind Thrivable—a platform designed to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare organizations. From building a strong company culture to leveraging technology and data insights, he provides valuable lessons for leaders navigating the healthcare landscape.

In this episode of Leaders & Legends, Michelle Longmire, CEO and co-founder of Medable, takes us through her journey from growing up in a family of scientists to leading innovation in the clinical trials space.

Michelle shares how her upbringing in a family of scientists, time as a Stanford researcher, and practicing self-reflection shaped her entrepreneurial path. She opens up about the highs and lows of building Medable and her vision for a future with faster, more efficient trials that deliver real impact for patients.

Discover how self-awareness, trusting her instincts, and practices like meditation have fueled her success as a leader.

In this episode of Leaders & Legends, Patty Leuchten interviews Keith DiMarino, CEO of GenVault, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey from leading DocuVault to launching GenVault, a biorepository specializing in cold storage.

In this episode of Leaders & Legends, host Patty Leuchten welcomes Jennifer Byrne, CEO and co-founder of Javara, for an inspiring conversation about her journey in clinical trials and leadership. Jennifer reflects on her diverse upbringing, her entrepreneurial spirit shaped by an early paper route job, and how she discovered her passion for clinical research.

Together, Patty and Jennifer explore the importance of relationships in the industry, the challenges of leading in an evolving sector, and the role of investors in driving innovation. Jennifer also shares personal insights, from her love of running as a form of self-care to her vision for scaling clinical trials to be more inclusive and efficient.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about leadership, the intersection of research and care, and the future of clinical trials.

In this episode, Pamela Tenaerts, Chief Scientific Officer at Medable, shares her inspiring journey from her childhood in Belgium to the forefront of clinical trial innovation.

She talks about her early influences—like her mother's encouragement to pursue independence, the life lessons she gained from competitive volleyball, and her work in clinical research that ultimately led her to Medable, where she's tackling industry challenges like slow patient enrollment and long trial timelines.

With a passion for clinical trials, she discusses how Medable is expanding access and increasing diversity in research. She also opens up about her leadership approach, stress management strategies, and her vision for the future, where technology reshapes patient experiences and advances clinical trials.

Welcome to Leaders & Legends, the podcast focused on leadership in clinical trial execution. In each episode, we will get to know the individuals who are driving change and influencing the direction of our industry.

Whether you’re a seasoned executive yourself, an emerging leader or simply passionate about clinical trials like I am, join us as we discuss our industry’s most pressing challenges, the future of clinical trials and hear insights and advice from the leaders who are moving our industry forward.