Jassi Chadha: Pioneering Patient-Centricity in the Most Innovative Industry
Leading Minds by Life Sciences Voice
Release Date: 09/06/2023
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info_outlineJaswinder (Jassi) Chadha, President and CEO of Axtria, which is one of the life sciences' most prominent global leaders, joins us today to discuss how innovation has transformed the global healthcare system. He is regarded as one of the top data scientists and influential thought leaders in the life sciences industry. Jaswinder will share his perspective on the fast-growing and ever-changing life sciences industry, including how Covid created a recognition in pharma of the human-centric aspects of healthcare. In addition, Jassi shares how he balances his busy work schedule with family and friends.
IN THIS EPISODE:
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[03:50] Jassi shares his journey through university to his current position as an entrepreneur
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[07:42] His current focus is working in an industry that saves lives, and his goal is to ensure that the pharma industry serves the patient better
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[09:20] The significant shifts in the industry are decoding the human genome and being able to treat patients globally through innovation
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[13:33] Jassi talks about what he has learned through his professional journey and how he defines a great leader
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[19:24] As an entrepreneur, you need to continue to seek out learning no matter how busy your schedule is. Jassi shares how he balances the personal and professional aspects of his life
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[26:08] Jassi responds to Jasmeets rapid-fire questions
KEY TAKEAWAY:
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A great leader has a vision and inspires their team to excel in whatever the mission is.
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The healthcare sector gained valuable insights during the Covid-19 pandemic and emerged from it significantly improved.
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Knowledge is like a video game. When you think you’ve reached the top, there is another level.
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BIOGRAPHY:
JASWINDER CHADHA, President and CEO, Axtria
Currently serves as President & CEO of Axtria. Since its founding in 2010, Axtria has gone on to become one of the biggest global leaders in the industry with customers in over 120 countries. Previously, Jassi was co-founder and CEO of marketRx, which was acquired by Cognizant Technology Solutions. Jassi and his companies have been featured in some of the most aspirational lists - INC 500, Deloitte FAST 50, NJBiz FAST 50, SmartCEO Future 50, Red Herring, and several other growth, product, culture, and technology awards.
YOUR HOST, JASMEET SAWHNEY
Jasmeet Sawhney is a life sciences industry executive, marketing leader, and serial entrepreneur with deep roots in technology and data analytics. He is currently the global head of marketing at Axtria. Jasmeet has over 20 years of experience in the life sciences domain and has helped build and scale three successful companies. He has received several company and individual awards, including Inc 500, Deloitte Fast 500, Crain’s NY Fast 50, NJBiz Fast 50, Business of the Year, SmartCEO Future 50, Top CMO, Forty Under 40, and many more.