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Deal Screening Mastery (Part 2 of 12): Stop Winging It on Team Quality A Practical Framework for Spotting “Great Teams” in Life Sciences

#Investors, how do you evaluate a #Startup Team?
If you are not using a simple, scorable rubric you can defend in LP #diligence, consider the alternative in my #ThinkingKat newsletter this week.
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When AI Becomes Drag, Not Lift The Cost of Broken Integration, Bad Data, and Failed Change

AI isn’t failing because the models are weak; it’s failing because we keep bolting them onto brittle systems, and that integration debt is where life science value quietly leaks away.
I share the details in this week's #ThinkingKat newsletter.
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Deal Screening Mastery (Part 1 of 12) Why Commercialization Plans Reveal Founder DNA

This week, the #ThinkingKat (that's me!) shares the first in a series about mastering your deal screening process.
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Your 2026 Nightstand A Reading List for Better Bets

This week on #ThinkingKat, I continue my time-honored tradition of sharing a reading list for innovators. Enjoy!
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Catalyzing Success - Part II Overcoming Resistance and Building Momentum in Life Science Strategy Implementation

This week on #ThinkingKat, find out how to overcome team resistance and make steady progress on your strategic plan.

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#ThinkingKat: November Monthly Roundup We harvested a feast of insights this month!

This week on #ThinkingKat, feast on an array of dishes!
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Catalyzing Success How to Create and Put Your Life Science Strategy Into Action

This week on #ThinkingKat, get started on your 2026 strategic plan using Katrina's framework.
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From Vision to Metrics The Life Science Leader’s Guide to Staying on Track

This week on #ThinkingKat, get Katrina's quick tips for a startup self-assessment process.

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Thinking Kat Meets Thought Leader Ernesto Chanona and we talk about how to build business development skills!

This week on #ThinkingKat, we hear from Thought Leader Ernesto Chanona on the why and what of life science business development.
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Thinking Kat: October Monthly Roundup Here are the stories you may have missed this month!

This week on #ThinkingKat, you can catch up on everything you missed in October.
That's a rundown on regulatory pathways for devices and pharmaceuticals, plus two Thought Leader interviews - Richard Giersch and Blythe Karow.

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Thinking Kat meets Thought Leader Blythe Karow And we discuss some controversial Med Tech topics!

What's new in the #ThinkingKat newsletter this week?

I interview Thought Leader Blythe Karow, an expert in Med Tech and Wearables.

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Thinking Kat Meets Thought Leader Rich Giersch We discuss Mastering your Phase I SBIR Application

"This week on #ThinkingKat, we get an update on SBIR/STTR grants from Thought Leader Richard Giersch.
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What’s Your Regulatory Pathway? In my first October Product Development article, we look at pharmaceutical and medical device development from a regulatory and strategy perspective. Global harmonization is steadily reshaping the reg...

This week on #ThinkingKat, we kick off Product Development October with an overview of US pharmaceutical and medical device regulatory pathways.
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New Ways to Support Thinking Kat Help me keep the newsletter ad-free and dedicated to in-depth analysis, honest opinion, and practical advice tailored to founders and leaders like you.

This week on #ThinkingKat, I share some new ways you can support the community. Check them out!
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Thinking Kat: September Monthly Roundup Here are the stories you may have missed this month!

This week on #ThinkingKat, we catch up on any articles you may have missed this month.

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Your Pitch Deck! My 3rd September article helps you clarify your message via your slide deck

This week on #ThinkingKat, we look at how to create a pitch deck, why it’s a valuable business tool, and where you might use it.

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Leadership vs. Management Why Success Depends on Both

This week on #ThinkingKat, we take a look at the difference between Leadership and Management.
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What CEOs Need to Know about AI My first September article answers a top question from CEOs - how should I think about implementing AI/ML in my company?

My #ThinkingKat newsletter from last week shares what CEOs need to know about AI.
If you like this content, please let me know (and share with your friends)!
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Thinking Kat: August Monthly Roundup Here are the stories you may have missed this month!

This week on #ThinkingKat, we recap all the Ecosystem articles from August!

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Thinking Kat Meets Thought Leader Kasey Devine On How Research and Development Tax Credits can Extend Your Runway

This week on #ThinkingKat, we meet Thought Leader Kasey Devine, who gives us an update on what's new in world of R&D Tax credits.

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The Prescription Drug User Fee Program My second August article looks at the FDA User Fee Program for Prescription Drugs

This week on #ThinkingKat, we look at the oldest FDA User Fee Program, the one for prescription drugs and biologics.

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August is MDUFA Small Business Month! My first August article is an explainer about this FDA User Fee program and why medical device startups should pay attention to it.

This week on #ThinkingKat, we take a look at the FDA's Medical Device User Fee program and its benefits for medical device startup companies.

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Thinking Kat: July Monthly Roundup Here are the stories you may have missed in July!

In this week's #ThinkingKat newsletter, I recap three articles that have received rave reviews. Check them out!

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How To Develop Regulatory and Product Quality Expertise My 3rd July article gives you some actionable strategies for knowledge and skill development in drug manufacturing.

In this week's #ThinkingKat article, we look at three strategic ways to build your expertise and credibility before securing your first formal role as a regulatory or quality professional.

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Thinking About Becoming a Startup CEO? My second June article reviews what it takes to helm a startup.

In this week's #ThinkingKat article, we look at what it takes to be a startup CEO, and why it may not be for everyone.

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Finding Life Science Talent In Non-Traditional Places My first July article explores frequently overlooked career preparation options.

In last week's #ThinkingKat article, explore how non-traditional credentials and apprenticeship programs help employers build better teams.
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This year, I’ve found useful advice on telling my story, writing, and organizing my business finances. I’ve also read some thoughtful pieces covering data bias, genetics, brain health, and the pursuit of historical truth.

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#ReadingList #reading #ThinkingKat

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Companies can seek funding from different sources as they grow, from family and angels to venture capital, though existing owners must give up some control.

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#DilutiveFunding #funding #ThinkingKat

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