In this episode of the Underdog Physician Podcast, we interview Mansa Shroff, a microbiologist turned strategic partnership advisor. Mansa shares her unique career journey from the labs to the boardrooms across India, the US, and the UK. With her extensive experience in pharma, startups, and venture building, Mansa provides insights into intellectual property, innovation, and business development strategies. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's audience, relationship building, and the evolving role of AI in healthcare. Mansa also offers valuable advice for underdogs, especially immigrants and non-traditional candidates, aiming to break into healthcare innovation or venture capital.00:00 Introduction to Mansa Shroff: From Microbiologist to Strategic Partnership Advisor01:29 Early Career and Education: From Mumbai to Wisconsin02:19 Transition to Intellectual Property and Tech Transfer03:31 Harvard and MIT: Expanding Horizons in Global Health04:50 Building a Startup: The Journey with WKD.SMRT05:32 The Cambridge MBA Experience07:03 Business Development Strategies and Insights13:02 The Role of AI in Global Health16:02 Advice for Underdog Professionals20:01 A Day in the Life of Mansa Shroff22:35 Final Thoughts and Legacy

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