The document discusses the high expenses of drug development that people outside the industry may not be aware of. It also mentions that the author's father died of cancer and mother was a two-time cancer survivor, motivating them to help find solutions to medical needs. The author believes in transparency with customers and working with teams to solve issues in drug trials.

1. “The amount of dollars spent that go into a drug
trial. People outside of the industry are often not
aware of the high expense of drug development.”
What has surprised you most
about working in our industry?
Mike Baker
VP, Business Development

2. “My father died at age 53 from lung cancer that spread
to his brain, and my mother is a two-time cancer
survivor. My goal is to do anything in my power to
help find solutions to unmet medical needs.”
What called you
to your work?
Mike Baker
VP, Business Development

3. “I believe in transparency with customers. Tell me
the truth and work with the team to solve the issue.
Every trial will have challenges to overcome.”
Do you have a personal
or professional motto?
Mike Baker
VP, Business Development

4. “I love to golf, go to the beach, and hang with my
girls; my wife Lea Ann and my two daughters,
Anna and Emily.”
What do you enjoy doing
outside of work?
Mike Baker
VP, Business Development

5. “I can say words backward when recited to me.”
What is one interesting
fact about you?
Mike Baker
VP, Business Development