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Case
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2010
(Revised from original 2004 version)
Stan Lapidus: Profile of a Medical Entrepreneur
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Robert F. Higgins and Sophie LaMontagne
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Abstract
Describes the career path and insights of Stanley Lapidus, a successful serial entrepreneur in the medical and life sciences industry. Lapidus is the founder of Cytyc Corp. (NASDAQ: CYTC) and EXACT Sciences (NASDAQ: EXAS) and is currently the CEO of his third start-up, Helicos BioSciences. Gives students insight into the skills and experiences that are helpful in building successful medical technology companies.
Keywords: Business Startups;
Experience and Expertise;
Entrepreneurship;
Venture Capital;
Managerial Roles;
Health Industry;