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In this episode of The Med-Tech Talent Lab, host Mitch Robbins sits down with Erica Logan, Director of Talent Acquisition at Sequel Med Tech, to discuss the biggest hiring pitfalls companies face—and how to fix them. With nearly two decades in staffing and corporate recruiting, Erica has seen it all. From hiring at fast-scaling startups to navigating high-volume recruitment in MedTech, she shares hard-hitting insights on what separates a great hiring process from a broken one. In this episode, we cover: ✔️ The most common hiring mistakes companies make (and why they keep happening) ✔️ How bad candidate experiences damage employer branding & long-term success ✔️ Why hiring managers need coaching—and how TA leaders should step up ✔️ The truth about AI in hiring and how it’s actually being used behind the scenes Whether you’re in talent acquisition, HR, or leading a team, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways that will help you attract, hire, and retain top talent in today’s market. 🎧 Tune in now to level up your hiring strategy! #Hiring #TalentAcquisition #Recruitment #MedTech #Leadership
In this episode of The MedTech Talent Lab, host Mitch Robbins sits down with April Spillane, VP of Market Access & Reimbursement at Intrinsic Therapeutics. With over 15 years in the industry—10 of those dedicated to spine—April shares her unique career trajectory, from clinical and business development to leading market access strategies at a high level. She opens up about the challenges of balancing a demanding career with motherhood, the leadership lessons she’s learned along the way, and what it truly takes to thrive in market access and reimbursement. April also discusses the evolving healthcare landscape, the complexities of payer policies, and why persistence is key in the fight for patient access to cutting-edge technologies. Whether you’re a MedTech leader, aspiring executive, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes battles to bring life-changing medical innovations to market, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Listen now to hear how April is shaping the future of MedTech access and advocacy!
"There will be two types of recruiters: those who use AI, and those who don’t have jobs." 🤯 In this episode of The MedTech Talent Lab, I sit down with Noor Manji, Director of Talent Acquisition at Hearing Life, to unpack the realities of recruiting, job searching, and how AI is reshaping the hiring landscape. Noor brings over 20 years of experience across agency and corporate recruiting, and he’s got strong opinions on what works (and what’s broken) in talent acquisition today. We cover: ✅ The truth about online applications—and why referrals win 80% of the time ✅ How top candidates bypass the black hole of job boards and command attention ✅ The biggest mistakes hiring managers make that cost them top talent ✅ Why AI won’t replace recruiters—but those who don’t adapt will get left behind ✅ What it really takes to move from recruiter to talent acquisition leader If you're a recruiter, hiring manager, or job seeker looking for real, no-BS insights, this episode is a must-listen. Noor on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noormanji/ Hearing Life on the web: www.hearinglife.com
Jason Bilobram, VP of Regulatory & Quality at Sekisui Diagnostics comes to The Med-Tech Talent Lab with over 20 years experience working across Regualtory& Quality in both Medical Device and Pharma. He has worked for companies like AstraZeneca, Smith & Nephew, and for the last 9 years Sekisui working his way up into the VP slot. Jason holds his bachelors of science in molecular biology & organic chemistry and a masters of science in biological & biomedical sciences. Some highlights from what we discussed: ✅ How his early career pivots shaped his path into RA/QA ✅ The biggest misconceptions about regulatory and quality professionals ✅ What separates those who reach VP/C-suite roles from those who don’t ✅ The evolving landscape of AI, cybersecurity, and regulatory challenges in 2025 One thing that stood out? The best leaders take risks, put themselves in uncomfortable situations, and always find ways to stay relevant. Jason Bilobram on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-bilobram-39288883/ Sekisui Diagnostics on the web: https://sekisuidiagnostics.com/
In this episode of the Med-Tech Talent Lab podcast, host Mitch Robbins interviews Jeff Gensler, the Vice President of Quality at Kindeva Drug Delivery, about the innovative 'Frame by Frame' approach to manufacturing processes. Jeff's background spans over 20+ years of experience in Med-Tech Regulatory & Quality having held prominent positions with companies like Dentsply, Zimmer Biomet, and others prior to joining Kindeva. Jeff explains how this method revolutionizes process development by breaking down procedures into micro-steps and utilizing AI for risk assessment and training. The conversation covers the origins of this approach, its implementation in aseptic processing, and the significant time and cost savings it offers. Jeff also discusses the impact on roles within the industry, the feedback received from peers, and his personal journey in quality assurance. Tune in to learn about this revolutionary way of developing & implementing processes. Your views & approach will be forever changed....for the better! Jeff Gensler on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-gensler-67a54a1a/ Kindeva Drug Delivery on the web: https://www.kindevadd.com/