On today's MAPS "Elevate" episode, we'll deep dive into how Medical Affairs professionals can strengthen their business knowledge, expand their influence across organizations, and position themselves for executive leadership. Through personal stories and practical advice, our speakers reveal how. through working with and absorbing business acumen, they are helping people become more effective and more strategic leaders, and rising within their organizations.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this podcast, listeners will learn:

1. Why business acumen is important
2. What the balance is between business and medical needs
3. What motivates companies to develop and commercialize a new medicine
4. How Medical Affairs adds value
5. What qualities make a great partner

Speakers:

Moderator: Michael Kahn, Executive Director, Medical Excellence, Amicus Therapeutics

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kahnmichael/

Speaker 1: René Russo, PharmD, President & CEO, Xilio Therapeutics

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rene-russo-7488966/

Speaker 2: Ruth du Moulin, PhD, SVP Medical Affairs, Xilio Therapeutics

LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-du-moulin-phd-472b843/