James McCarthy

Jim McCarthy is a seasoned expert and leader in the biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices industry. With over 30 years of experience, Jim has proven success in both large companies and venture-backed start-ups, holding notable positions in corporate and commercial development, licensing, venture financing, strategic business planning, operations, and venture initiatives. As CEO and Co-founder at Stellar Live, Jim continues to showcase his exceptional product marketing experience and commercial success in multiple therapeutic areas. He completed 80+ agreements valued over $1 Billion, demonstrating his impressive leadership for successful international and domestic transactions and alliance projects in more than 30 countries. Jim is a former Adjunct Professor at Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies - USC Marshall, former Rocket Fund-Technology Advisory Committee Member at Caltech, and former Board Member at Pasadena Playhouse. He is also a Co-Organizer and Co-Founder at TEDxBroadway and currently serves as the Chairperson of LES Global BioPharmaceutical Royalty Rate and Deal Terms Survey. He studied Physical Therapy/Therapist at SUNY Upstate Medical Center and obtained his MBA in Marketing and Finance at Indiana University - Kelley School of Business.