From Greenfield to Go-Live: Lessons Learned Building Biotech Facilities from the Ground Up
By Donna Matuizek Beginning with Bare Earth There’s something uniquely exhilarating—and a little terrifying—about standing on a patch of bare earth, knowing that one day it will become a fully functional biotech manufacturing facility. I’ve had the privilege of doing just that more than once, and every time, I’m reminded that the journey from greenfield […]
The Gourmet Leader: What Cooking Has Taught Me About Patience, Precision, and Teamwork in Biotech
By Donna Matuizek Stirring the Pot — On Purpose When I tell people I love cooking almost as much as I love biotech, they usually chuckle. But I’m serious. After a long day of audits, regulatory reviews, or facility walkthroughs, there’s nothing more relaxing and rewarding than tying on my apron and trying out a […]
From Molecules to Meals: How Scientific Precision Translates to the Art of Cooking By Donna Matuizek
A Life in the Lab—and in the Kitchen Over the years, I’ve worn many hats—scientist, quality leader, regulatory expert, mentor, and marathon runner. But one of the roles that has always brought me both joy and peace is being in the kitchen. Cooking is where I go to decompress, to be creative, and, in many […]
Wine, Wellness, and the Workforce: Finding Balance as a Female Leader in Biotech By Donna Matuizek
The Balancing Act of a Biotech Leader Working in biotech—especially in roles tied to quality, regulatory, and compliance—can feel like walking a tightrope. Every detail matters. Timelines are tight. Expectations are high. Add in being a woman in a male-dominated field, and the balancing act becomes even more intense. Over the course of my career, […]