ATDC Executive Bytes
Welcome to ATDC Executive Bytes, where Georgia’s top tech minds hit pause on their hectic schedules to share the stories, strategies, and secrets behind their success. Each episode, we go beyond the boardroom to uncover the human side of innovation—what it takes to build, scale, and lead transformative companies in today’s fast-paced world.
From candid advice and lessons learned to lighthearted moments and bold predictions, Executive Bytes is your insider access to the entrepreneurial journeys shaping the future of tech. Perfect for founders, dreamers, and anyone hungry for inspiration, our show is as informative as it is entertaining.
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ATDC Executive Bytes
Episode 21 - Jonathan Schwartz - Ortho Preserve
From a graduate school thesis to an innovative MedTech start-up developing a first-of-its-kind artificial meniscus implant, this week's guest, Jonathan Schwartz, takes us through his journey from an aspiring orthopedic surgeon to co-founder of OrthoPreserve.
Jonathan shares how a conversation at his co-founder's wedding sparked the fuse to turn his thesis into a business, and how he is navigating the complexities of fundraising and regulation, and what it takes to go from research to reality in healthcare innovation.
Hosted by our lead Entrepreneur in Residence, Chris Nedza, and co-hosted by Kevin Wu of NicklPay, this episode is a must-listen for anyone in the trenches of building a science-first start-up! 🥼🧪