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Episode 196 - Michael Rome - Managing Director at Foresite Capital
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- The BioHub - by Avetix
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- Jul 6, 2026
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- 2652
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Summary
In this episode of The BioHub Podcast by Avetix, Ben is joined by Michael Rome, Managing Director at Foresite Capital. Michael brings a unique perspective across biotech investing, company formation, therapeutics strategy, and public markets. The conversation explores how great biotech companies are built, what separates strong science from a fundable opportunity, and how investors think about timing, team, differentiation, and value creation. We also discuss the current biotech market, the evolving relationship between capital and innovation, and what founders need to understand when building companies in today’s environment. A wide-ranging conversation on biotech investing, company creation, and the future of therapeutics.