Join us at the International 2024 BIO conference as host Duane Schulthess sits down with Virginia Amann, CEO of the Entente Network. Discover how Virginia has led her firm to become a global leader in strategic communications, crisis management, and behavior science. They discussed the firm's mission to secure positive outcomes for clients, the importance of social capital, and the evolving landscape of health communications. Learn about the latest industry challenges, the impact of COVID-19 on public trust, and innovative strategies for effective advocacy and engagement. Don't miss this in-depth conversation filled with valuable insights for anyone interested in the biotech and life sciences sectors!

Join us at the International 2024 BIO conference as host Duane Schulthess sits down with Virginia Amann, CEO of the Entente Network. Discover how Virginia has led her firm to become a global leader in strategic communications, crisis management, and behavior science. They discussed the firm's mission to secure positive outcomes for clients, the importance of social capital, and the evolving landscape of health communications. Learn about the latest industry challenges, the impact of COVID-19 on public trust, and innovative strategies for effective advocacy and engagement. Don't miss this in-depth conversation filled with valuable insights for anyone interested in the biotech and life sciences sectors!

Duane Schulthess is the CEO of Vital Transformation, host and producer of Vital Health Podcast.  Vital Transformation understands the implications of new medical procedures, technologies and regulations. We measure their impact upon treatment pathways and the biopharma innovation ecosystem in collaboration with health care professionals, researchers, and regulators. Through our web platform and client network, we are able to communicate our findings with international decision makers and stakeholders.

Duane Schulthess is the CEO of Vital Transformation, host and producer of Vital Health Podcast.  Vital Transformation understands the implications of new medical procedures, technologies and regulations. We measure their impact upon treatment pathways and the biopharma innovation ecosystem in collaboration with health care professionals, researchers, and regulators. Through our web platform and client network, we are able to communicate our findings with international decision makers and stakeholders.

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Transforming Health Communications: Insights from Virginia Amann

In this insightful episode of the Vital Health Podcast, we dive deep into the economic and societal benefits of investing in healthcare. Our esteemed guests, Professor Herwig Ostermann, Executive Director, Austrian National Public Health Institute, Professor Dennis A. Ostwald, CEO, WifOR Institute and Professor at Steinbeis School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE), and Massimo Bordignon, Professor of Public Economics at the Catholic University of Milan and member of the European Fiscal Board, EU Commission, share their expertise on how improved budgeting models and investment metrics can lead to healthier societies and economic growth.  Join us as we explore how smart investments in healthcare can drive economic growth and create healthier, more productive societies. Don’t miss this episode packed with valuable insights and practical recommendations.  Listen now and be part of the conversation on building a well-being economy through strategic health investments.

Key Highlights:
Well-being Economy: Professor Ostwald emphasizes the concept of a well-being economy, where health investments are seen not as costs but as crucial investments in the prosperity of countries. He highlights that 12% of Germany’s GDP is related to health investments, showcasing the significant economic impact.
Budget Allocation: Professor Ostermann discusses the complexities of health budget allocation in Austria, stressing the need for a holistic approach that integrates various policy areas to maximize the benefits of health investments.
EU Perspective: Professor Bordignon talks about the European Union’s new economic framework, which allows for multi-year budgeting, enabling more strategic investments in healthcare. He underscores the importance of seeing health spending as an investment rather than a cost.
Prevention and Long-term Planning: The speakers agree on the necessity of shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach in healthcare. Investing in prevention and early diagnostics, particularly for diseases like cardiovascular conditions, can yield substantial long-term benefits.
European Health Union: The discussion also touches on the potential of a European Health Union to streamline healthcare investments and policies across member states, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.

In this insightful episode of the Vital Health Podcast, we dive deep into the economic and societal benefits of investing in healthcare. Our esteemed guests, Professor Herwig Ostermann, Executive Director, Austrian National Public Health Institute, Professor Dennis A. Ostwald, CEO, WifOR Institute and Professor at Steinbeis School of International Business and Entrepreneurship (SIBE), and Massimo Bordignon, Professor of Public Economics at the Catholic University of Milan and member of the European Fiscal Board, EU Commission, share their expertise on how improved budgeting models and investment metrics can lead to healthier societies and economic growth.  Join us as we explore how smart investments in healthcare can drive economic growth and create healthier, more productive societies. Don’t miss this episode packed with valuable insights and practical recommendations.  Listen now and be part of the conversation on building a well-being economy through strategic health investments.   Key Highlights:
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<li>Well-being Economy: Professor Ostwald emphasizes the concept of a well-being economy, where health investments are seen not as costs but as crucial investments in the prosperity of countries. He highlights that 12% of Germany’s GDP is related to health investments, showcasing the significant economic impact.</li>
<li>Budget Allocation: Professor Ostermann discusses the complexities of health budget allocation in Austria, stressing the need for a holistic approach that integrates various policy areas to maximize the benefits of health investments.</li>
<li>EU Perspective: Professor Bordignon talks about the European Union’s new economic framework, which allows for multi-year budgeting, enabling more strategic investments in healthcare. He underscores the importance of seeing health spending as an investment rather than a cost.</li>
<li>Prevention and Long-term Planning: The speakers agree on the necessity of shifting from a reactive to a proactive approach in healthcare. Investing in prevention and early diagnostics, particularly for diseases like cardiovascular conditions, can yield substantial long-term benefits.</li>
<li>European Health Union: The discussion also touches on the potential of a European Health Union to streamline healthcare investments and policies across member states, enhancing overall efficiency and effectiveness.</li>
</ol>

Investing in Health: Pathways to a Well-being Economy and Smarter Healthcare Budgets

Join us at the Gastein Health Conference for an insightful conversation on Europe's healthcare challenges and innovations! Host Duane Schulthess sits down with experts like Josep Figueras, the Founder and Director of the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policy, Francesca Colombo, the Head of the OECD Health Division, and Annemiek Verkamman, the Managing Director of HollandBIO, to tackle the EU's pressing healthcare issues. From aging populations and non-communicable diseases to data-driven health innovations, they explore how policy, technology, and cross-border collaboration can enhance Europe's healthcare resilience. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of health in Europe!

Join us at the Gastein Health Conference for an insightful conversation on Europe's healthcare challenges and innovations! Host Duane Schulthess sits down with experts like Josep Figueras, the Founder and Director of the European Observatory on Health Systems and Policy, Francesca Colombo, the Head of the OECD Health Division, and Annemiek Verkamman, the Managing Director of HollandBIO, to tackle the EU's pressing healthcare issues. From aging populations and non-communicable diseases to data-driven health innovations, they explore how policy, technology, and cross-border collaboration can enhance Europe's healthcare resilience. Tune in for a deep dive into the future of health in Europe!

Addressing Europe's Health Challenges: Innovation, Prevention, and Policy

In this episode of the Vital Health podcast, host Duane Schulthess sits down with Steve Potts, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO of SLAM BioTherapeutics. They dive deep into the challenges and opportunities in biotech, exploring how recent legislative changes, like the IRA, are reshaping the industry. Steve shares insights on the shift from small molecules to biologics, the funding landscape, and the critical role of American innovation in drug development. Tune in to hear about the state of biotech in the U.S., the future of drug discovery, and what it takes to succeed in this evolving field.

In this episode of the Vital Health podcast, host Duane Schulthess sits down with Steve Potts, a seasoned entrepreneur and CEO of SLAM BioTherapeutics. They dive deep into the challenges and opportunities in biotech, exploring how recent legislative changes, like the IRA, are reshaping the industry. Steve shares insights on the shift from small molecules to biologics, the funding landscape, and the critical role of American innovation in drug development. Tune in to hear about the state of biotech in the U.S., the future of drug discovery, and what it takes to succeed in this evolving field.

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