The Vanguard Network Featured on Pharm Exec Podcast

The Vanguard Network is proud to announce that its founder and CEO, Ken Banta, was recently featured on the Pharm Exec podcast in an episode titled “The Rx for High-Performance Leadership: Cutting Through the Chaos.”

In a candid conversation with Pharm Exec Senior Editor Michael Christel, Banta shares insights on how biopharma leaders can not only endure but thrive amid disruption. Drawing from his new book Seeing Around Corners and decades of advising C-suites, he highlights the mindsets and moves executives need to lead with clarity, resilience, and adaptability.

The discussion covers FDA’s evolving complexities, shifting R&D strategies, and the importance of building culture through transparency. Banta emphasizes that the best leaders are the best learners, able to prioritize, act boldly, and embrace innovation from across the ecosystem.

Listen to the full episode: The Rx for High-Performance Leadership: Cutting Through the Chaos

About The Vanguard Network

The Vanguard Network is a leadership community and advisory platform that helps senior executives sharpen foresight, strengthen performance, and achieve impact. Through forums, exchanges, and programs, Vanguard convenes leaders across industries to share challenges and solutions in a confidential, collaborative settings.