Episode 232 | Lisa Jacobs, US President at eCential Robotics | Founding STRIPES & Leading Innovation in Medtech
Project Medtech · 2025-09-15 · 29 min
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In this episode, Duane Mancini chats with Lisa Jacobs, US President of eCential Robotics and Founder of STRIPES. With over 20 years of experience in orthopedics, robotics, and spine, Lisa delves into her motivations, challenges, and significant career milestones, including her personal connection to orthopedics through her brother's medical condition. The conversation covers her leadership style, emphasizing hands-on mentorship and the importance of not rushing commercialization efforts in startups. Lisa also discusses her organization, STRIPES, a women-focused networking group in medtech offering mentorship and support to help break industry barriers. Lisa Jacobs LinkedIn STRIPES Network Website eCential Robotics Website Duane Mancini LinkedIn Project Medtech Website Project Medtech LinkedIn
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