Episode #2: Exploring Intrapreneurship with Derek Fetzer, Director at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

Exploring Intrapreneurship with Derek Fetzer, Director at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals

The Stories with Shri Podcast is dedicated to delving into the world of business and self-management, with a focus on fostering a community of accomplished executives who prioritize their well-being. Through a range of expert interviews and discussions, we aim to provide listeners with actionable insights and strategies for achieving success in both their professional and personal lives. Whether you're a seasoned business leader or just starting out on your career journey, our podcast will offer a wealth of valuable information and inspiration.

In this episode, we're excited to have Derek Fetzer as our guest. Derek is a business professor at Rutgers University, Director of Customer Insights at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, and is the co-founder of CaringCrowd. Derek has won many accolades for his business expertise including, the South by Southwest 2017 People's Choice Award, and Corporate Innovation Award at HTLH 2022. Derek is not only a personal mentor of mine, but also a true example of an intrapreneur. He was able to successfully launch the world's first public health crowdfunding platform, CaringCrowd, while working as an employee at Johnson & Johnson. We'll dive into Derek's journey as an intrapreneur, discussing his market research skills and the strategies he used to build a successful business. Additionally, we'll explore Derek's executive philosophy for well-being, drawing on his global experiences, having been raised in Peru, and now leading Market Research for one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies. Specific topics that will be discussed include:

• Derek's experience as an intrapreneur and how he led the success of CaringCrowd.
• Derek's insights on balancing family, executive career, and personal well-being.
• Best practices in Market Research as shared by Derek.