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Episode 39: CEO Builds Business With Compassion

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Lisa Henderson,Christen Harm

Apellis’ CEO and co-founder, Dr. Cedric Francois talks with Pharm Exec editors about his journey from clinical work to creating biotech startups, which has included research, clinical work, and the launch of two startups.

Apellis’ CEO and co-founder, Dr. Cedric Francois talks with Pharm Exec editors about his journey from clinical work to creating biotech startups, which has included research, clinical work, and the launch of two startups. 

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