Laura Smith Biswas
About Laura Smith Biswas
Laura Smith Biswas is a Co-Founder and Managing Principal at Csequence and Cadence Communications & Research, with extensive experience in strategy, finance, and operations in the healthcare sector. She has a diverse educational background, including multiple degrees from Yale University and Utah State University, and has been involved in various entrepreneurial ventures since 2008.
Work at Cadence Communications & Research
Laura Smith Biswas serves as Co-Founder and Managing Principal at Cadence Communications & Research, a position she has held since 2008. The company specializes in market research and medical communications, achieving Inc 500/5000 status multiple times. Under her leadership, Cadence has focused on delivering high-quality service offerings to clients in the healthcare sector. Biswas co-leads initiatives that emphasize the importance of effective communication in the medical field.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to her role at Cadence Communications & Research, Laura Smith Biswas is a Co-Founder at Csequence, where she has worked since 2019, and at The Love Mandala since 2016. At Csequence, she has been involved in creating a video education platform that leverages scientific data on the medical use of cannabis. Her work across these organizations reflects her commitment to innovation and education in the healthcare and wellness sectors.
Education and Expertise
Laura Smith Biswas holds an MBA from Yale School of Management, where she studied both Business Administration and Strategy. She also earned a BA in Community Health Education and an MS in Economics from Utah State University. Her diverse educational background supports her extensive experience in strategy, finance, and operations within the healthcare industry, spanning over 20 years.
Professional Background
Before her entrepreneurial ventures, Laura Smith Biswas worked at Amgen as an Associate Director in Investor Relations from 1999 to 2006. She also spent time at Hoffmann-La Roche as a Leadership Development Program Associate. During her tenure at Amgen, she was a member of the Aranesp launch team and worked in the finance organization, focusing on product pricing and business development opportunities.
Speaking Engagements and Topics
Laura Smith Biswas is an experienced speaker on various topics, including company culture, leadership, women in business, conscious capitalism, and entrepreneurship. Her insights also extend to coaching and personal development, particularly in love and relationships. Her speaking engagements reflect her commitment to fostering dialogue around these important subjects.