..we expanded our Leiden bioscience network into the Boston ecosystem — a major step forward for our international presence..
I had the pleasure of working with Curtis during the IBE Programme 2025, and he made a truly lasting impression.
Curtis brings a rare combination of bioscience expertise, entrepreneurial mindset, and emotional intelligence. From the very start, his thoughtful intake process and engaging one-on-one sessions built a strong foundation of trust and collaboration. He quickly grasped the complexities of our biotech venture, GenLumina, and became a valuable sparring partner throughout the programme.
One of Curtis’s greatest strengths is his ability to build relationships. Through his efforts, we expanded our Leiden bioscience network into the Boston ecosystem — a major step forward for our international presence. His talent for connecting European startups with global networks is remarkable.
Curtis also understands the realities and challenges that startups face and always offers strategic insight paired with genuine empathy.
If you’re looking for someone who combines strategic vision, international business development expertise, and a personal touch that makes a real difference, I wholeheartedly recommend Curtis.
The IBE brings the specialized know-how and the funding required for translational development success.
The IBE is a lean operating company that uses disciplined processes, leverages existing resources (incubators, CROs), and taps into expert networks to work on many product opportunities in parallel, rather than trying to build one startup at a time.
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