Targeted Talks: Leaders in Oncology - Behzad Kharabi

Apsida Boston | New City, Same Mission

In this episode CCO Ben Pearce [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpearce7/], sits down with VP of North America Jon Orsbourn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-orsbourn-654364105/] as he shares his journey from London to Boston, stepping into the US recruitment market while staying true to Apsida’s mission. Jon opens up about the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to the US, both professionally and personally. From adapting to a new business landscape to embedding himself in Boston’s thriving life sciences scene, he gives us an inside look at his experience so far. We’ll also dive into what’s next for Apsida in Boston, the company’s expansion plans, and how Jon is shaping the future of our business in the US. If you’re interested in career growth, market expansion, or what it takes to make an impact in a new city, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

London Calling | The Future of Apsida Life Science

Senior Director Harry Williams [https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-williams-068ba213a/] joins Chief Commercial Officer Michael Georgiadis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-georgiadis-b11063b1/] to discuss the bold launch of Apsida’s London office. They explore the vision behind the expansion, what makes London the perfect next step for Apsida, and how this new chapter sets the stage for exciting growth in 2025 and beyond. Harry shares his passion for building a culture of trust, innovation, and elite performance while offering insight into what it takes to create a thriving recruitment hub. Whether you’re curious about Apsida’s journey or considering joining the London team, this episode is a must-listen!

The Sofa | From 'The Boom' to Breakthrough

Co-founders Ben [https://www.linkedin.com/in/benpearce7/], Jamie [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-salmon-608501a9/], and Michael [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-georgiadis-b11063b1/] reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped 2024—and how these experiences are setting the stage for an even bigger 2025. Join us for our first ‘Sofa Session’ as they discuss: •⁠ Lessons learned from the Covid boom and beyond. •⁠ The importance of culture, celebrating wins, and adapting to change. •⁠ How the London and Boston expansions are just the start of what’s to come. And this is only the beginning—future episodes take a closer, more personal look at Apsida’s journey. This series offers a deeper insight into the people, the passion, and the plans shaping Apsida’s future.

Targeted Talks: Leaders in Oncology - Behzad Kharabi

In our latest episode, Jamie Salmon [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-salmon-608501a9/] sits down with the brilliant Behzad Kharabi [https://www.linkedin.com/in/behzadkharabi/], a leader who's transformed the oncology space. From an aspiring doctor to becoming a Chief Medical Officer with a global impact, Behzad's journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, he shares the career-defining feedback that steered him from academia into industry, how he's navigated the challenges of leadership, and his powerful advice for the next generation of CMOs. Read our Key Takeaways from the episode here [https://apsida.co.uk/targeted-talks-behzad-kharabi-aspiring-doctor-turned-global-oncology-cmo/].

Targeted Talks: Leaders in Oncology - Eliel Bayever

Welcome to the third instalment of Targeted Talks, in which our Co-Founder and Director, Jamie Salmon [https://uk.linkedin.com/in/jamie-salmon-608501a9], sits down with world-class oncology leaders to hear about their journeys so far. In this edition, Eliel Bayever [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliel-bayever-413a55b/] shares his story of being a well-respected paediatric clinician and diving head-first into the pharmaceutical industry much later than many of his peers.  In our latest blog post [https://apsida.co.uk/targeted-talks-a-paediatricians-climb-to-becoming-chief-medical-officer/], we’ll highlight some of the key takeaways from Jamie’s conversation with Eliel.