Scott Kozak
Life Sciences Consultant, License & Business Development Professional
- Role
- Entrepreneur in Residence at Yale Ventures
- Location
- New Haven, CT, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Scott Kozak
As a seasoned life sciences consultant with over 18 years as Principal Owner, I specialize in empowering organizations to unlock growth opportunities through strategic planning, licensing, and fundraising. My work spans multiple domains, including Pharma, Biotech, diagnostics, and discovery tools, leveraging a global network of collaborators to drive impactful outcomes. At Yale Ventures, I support research faculty in transforming breakthrough discoveries into thriving ventures, focusing on commercialization strategies and IP development. My mission is to bridge innovation with business strategy, utilizing expertise in contract negotiation, KOL engagement, and early-stage startup development to foster success.
Experience
Entrepreneur in Residence
Jan 2023 — Present · New Haven, CT, US
Advising and mentoring Yale Research Faculty on translating their discoveries, technologies and IP into new ventures.
Education
University of Connecticut School of Business
BS, Marketing
1986 — 1988
Brandeis University
Psychology
1983 — 1985
Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business
Mba, Marketing, International Business
1996 — 1997
Skills
- Mergers
- Competitive Analysis
- Start-Ups
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Fda
- Entrepreneurship
- Clinical Development
- Pharmaceutics
- Business Planning
- Acquisitions
- Product Launch
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Strategic Partnerships
- Competitive Intelligence
- Medical Devices
- International Business
- Venture Capital
- Strategy
- Licensing
- Commercialization
- Global Marketing
- Market Analysis
- Lifesciences
- Biotechnology
- Corporate Development
- Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Life Sciences
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Business Strategy
- Technology Transfer
- Oncology
- Strategic Alliances
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