Joseph W. la Barge
Chief Executive Officer at Apertura Gene Therapy LLC
Network origin in Joseph W. la Barge first degree
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National Pharmaceutical Council
 National Pharmaceutical Council Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The National Pharmaceutical Council operates as a not for profit organization. It specializes in research development, information dissemination, education, and communication of information to patients. The company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 34 |
| Subsidiary | Biotechnology | 32 | |
Life Sciences Pennsylvania
 Life Sciences Pennsylvania Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Life Sciences Pennsylvania (LSPA) is a trade association that represents various entities in the life sciences industry, including biotechnology, medical device, diagnostic, pharmaceutical, research, and investment companies, as well as service providers. The non-profit company is based in Wayne, PA and has subsidiaries in the United States. The organization unifies innovators in the state to make Pennsylvania a leader in the life sciences industry. Founded in 1989, LSPA aims to create a business and public policy environment that encourages and incentivizes the diverse life sciences economy in Pennsylvania. Christopher P. Molineaux has been the CEO of the company since 2009.
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| Non-Profit Organization | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 32 |
Ballard Spahr LLP
 Ballard Spahr LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Ballard Spahr LLP provides legal services. It also provides counsel in litigation, business and finance, real estate, intellectual property, and public finance. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.
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| Private Company | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 28 |
| Public Company | Biotechnology | 20 | |
PMA Cos., Inc.
 PMA Cos., Inc. Multi-Line InsuranceFinance PMA Cos., Inc. provides property and casualty insurance services. It offers third-party administration and risk services specializing in worker's compensation; and providing other commercial property and casualty insurance products, as well as auto and general liability services. The firm serves the healthcare, food manufacturing, wholesale, retail, financial, insurance and real estate industries. Its insurance services include underwriting, financial & actuarial, account management, customer service center, claims, risk control and managed care. The company was founded in 1915 and is headquartered in Blue Bell, PA.
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| Subsidiary | Multi-Line Insurance | 10 |
Spark Therapeutics UK Ltd.
 Spark Therapeutics UK Ltd. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Part of Roche Holding AG, Spark Therapeutics UK Ltd. is a healthcare services provider. The private company is based in London, UK. Spark Therapeutics was founded in 2016.
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| Subsidiary | Medical/Nursing Services | 1 |
Apertura Gene Therapy LLC
 Apertura Gene Therapy LLC BiotechnologyHealth Technology Apertura Gene Therapy LLC is a next-generation gene therapy company that is advancing gene therapies developed on their high-throughput platforms. The company is based in New York, NY. The company is expanding on the promise of gene therapy by building on advances in vector biology and protein engineering. Through AAV capsid engineering, they aim to accelerate therapies to patients living with genetic diseases. The company was founded by Ben Deverman. Joseph W. la Barge has been the CEO of the company since 2022.
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| Holding Company | Biotechnology | 1 |
Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital
 Jefferson Cherry Hill Hospital Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Kennedy Health System provides healthcare services through its acute-care hospital and ambulatory campuses in Cherry Hill, Stratford, and Turnersville, New Jersey. Its services include acute-care for elders, bariatric surgeries, cancer care, robotic surgeries, ambulance and STAT medical transportation, balance center services, behavioral health services, wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapies, CPR and life support education, dialysis, nutrition and diabetes education, digestive health services, emergency services, family health services, fitness center services, home healthcare, health alliance services, OB/GYN services, and long term care and rehabilitation. The company was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Voorhees, NJ.
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| Subsidiary | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | 1 |
Chart of Companies connected to the second degree
Multi-company connection
Companies connected to Joseph W. la Barge via their personal network
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| BRISTOL-MYERS SQUIBB COMPANY | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Cephalon, Inc.
 Cephalon, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Cephalon, Inc. manufactures and distributes pharmaceutical products. It engages in the discovery and development of medicines for central nervous system disorders, pain, and cancer. The company was founded on August 24, 1987 by Frank Baldino, Jr. and is headquartered in Frazer, PA. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member Director of Finance/CFO Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| INCYTE CORPORATION | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Compliance Officer | |
| JOHNSON & JOHNSON | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal Public Communications Contact | |
| ELI LILLY AND COMPANY | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| MERCK & CO., INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Sales & Marketing Corporate Officer/Principal General Counsel | |
| PFIZER, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Public Communications Contact Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
| SAFEGUARD SCIENTIFICS, INC. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Thomas Jefferson University | College/University | Doctorate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
| VANDA PHARMACEUTICALS INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| XENCOR, INC. | Biotechnology | Director/Board Member Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
| NUPATHE INC | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Biotechnology Innovation Organization
 Biotechnology Innovation Organization Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Biotechnology Innovation Organization is the world's biotechnology organization, providing advocacy, business development and communications services for more than 1,200 members worldwide. BIO members are involved in the research and development of innovative healthcare, agricultural, industrial and environmental biotechnology technologies. Corporate members range from entrepreneurial companies developing a first product to Fortune 100 multinationals. also represent state and regional biotech associations, service providers to the industry and academic centers. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Vicept Therapeutics, Inc.
 Vicept Therapeutics, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Vicept Therapeutics Inc. develops dermatologic therapeutic products. The firm develops topical agents for the treatment and prevention of a number of medical and cosmetic indications including bruising of the skin. The company was founded on July 1, 2009 by Neal Walker, Stewart D. Shanler, and Christopher V. Powala and is headquartered in Malvern, PA. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member | |
| ACLARIS THERAPEUTICS, INC. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Sofinnova Investments, Inc.
 Sofinnova Investments, Inc. Investment ManagersFinance Sofinnova Investment Inc (Sofinnova Investment) is a venture capital firm founded in 1976 by Jacques F. vallle & Joel F. Martin. The firm is headquartered in Menlo Park, California. | Investment Managers | Private Equity Investor Private Equity Investor | |
Harvard University
 Harvard University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Harvard University engages in the provision of teaching and research. It has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a global education. The university was founded in 1636 and is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree | |
| Stanford University | College/University | Doctorate Degree Undergraduate Degree Doctorate Degree | |
| University of Pittsburgh | College/University | Director/Board Member Doctorate Degree | |
| University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree Doctorate Degree Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Graduate Degree | |
Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
 Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Endo Pharmaceuticals, Inc. manufactures and distributes pharmaceutical products. The company provides research and development of generic pharmaceutical products for controlling pain. Its product includes Lidoderm, Percocet, Percodan, Frova, DepoDur, and Zydone. The company is headquartered in Malvern, PA. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer Chief Tech/Sci/R&D Officer | |
HealthTronics, Inc.
 HealthTronics, Inc. Medical SpecialtiesHealth Technology HealthTronics, Inc. provides healthcare and technology support services. The firm focuses on urologist partnership opportunities, surgical and capital equipment maintenance and anatomical pathology services. Its products portfolio include urology devices, including lithotripters and surgical treatment lasers. The company was founded by Argil J. Wheelock in 1972 and is headquartered in Austin, TX. | Medical Specialties | Director/Board Member Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP
 Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP provides legal consulting services. It specializes in transactional, litigation, labor and employment, regulatory, and intellectual property legal services to various industries. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
The Brigham & Women's Hospital, Inc.
 The Brigham & Women's Hospital, Inc. Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services The Brigham & Women's Hospital, Inc. provides health care services. The firm offers treatment for cancer, cardio vascular, neurosciences, orthopedic, arthritis, women's health and clinical services. The company was founded in 1980 and is headquartered in Boston, MA. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member | |
The Biotechnology Greenhouse Corp. of Southeastern PA
 The Biotechnology Greenhouse Corp. of Southeastern PA Investment ManagersFinance The Biotechnology Greenhouse Corp. of Southeastern PA (BioAdvance) is a venture capital firm founded in 2002. The firm is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. | Investment Managers | Corporate Officer/Principal Director/Board Member Chief Operating Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| Rutgers State University of New Jersey | College/University | Graduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
| Temple University (Pennsylvania) | College/University | Graduate Degree Masters Business Admin | |
| Miami University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The Pennsylvania State University | College/University | Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree | |
American Bar Association
 American Bar Association Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services American Bar Association provides legal services. It provides law school accreditation, continuing legal education, legal information and other services to assist legal professionals. The firm has members which include judges, court administrators, law professors, and non-practicing attorneys. The company was founded on August 21, 1878 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | |
| The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania | College/University | Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Undergraduate Degree Undergraduate Degree Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin Masters Business Admin | |
University City Science Center
 University City Science Center Investment Trusts/Mutual FundsMiscellaneous University City Science Center provides physical space, resources and other support to the community. The company was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Investment Trusts/Mutual Funds | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| Pennsylvania State Bar Association | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Ben Franklin Technology Partners /Ventures/
 Ben Franklin Technology Partners /Ventures/ Investment ManagersFinance Ben Franklin Technology Partners /Ventures/ (Ben Franklin Tech Partners) is a venture Capital firm founded in 1982. The firm is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. | Investment Managers | Investment Committee Member Investment Committee Member Investment Committee Member | |
Harmony Biosciences LLC
 Harmony Biosciences LLC Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology Harmony Biosciences LLC operates as a biopharmaceutical company which develops therapies to help patients with unmet medical needs. It provides novel treatment options to patients with orphan and rare conditions, with an emphasis on central nervous system disorders. The company is headquartered in Plymouth Meeting, PA. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer Chief Executive Officer | |
| Philadelphia Bar Association | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal | ||
Helomics Corp.
 Helomics Corp. Medical/Nursing ServicesHealth Services Helomics Corp. provides cancer care development and treatment consulting services. Its products include chemoFx, biospeciFx, geneFx colon and geneFx lung. It also offers research and development services. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. | Medical/Nursing Services | Chief Executive Officer Director/Board Member Chief Executive Officer | |
Economy League of Greater Philadelphia
 Economy League of Greater Philadelphia Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Economy League of Greater Philadelphia is a non-profit organization that provides research and analysis of challenges and opportunities in Greater Philadelphia. It offers education and talent development, business growth, and infrastructure. The company was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
 The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Hospital/Nursing ManagementHealth Services The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia provides health care services. It specializes in pediatrics, research, fetal surgery, pediatric oncology, pediatric cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, thoracic insufficiency syndrome, and pediatric airway disorders and transplants. The company was founded by Francis West Lewis in 1855 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Hospital/Nursing Management | Chief Executive Officer Corporate Officer/Principal | |
Safeguard International Management LLC
 Safeguard International Management LLC Investment ManagersFinance Safeguard International Management LLC (Safeguard Intl Mgmt) is a private equity subsidiary of Safeguard Scientifics, Inc founded in the year 1953. The firm is headquartered in Radnor, Pennsylvania. | Investment Managers | Chief Investment Officer Private Equity Investor | |
GlaxoSmithKline LLC
 GlaxoSmithKline LLC Pharmaceuticals: MajorHealth Technology GlaxoSmithKline LLC engages in discovering, developing, and delivering medicines, vaccines, and other healthcare products. It offers prescription medicines that treat various diseases, including cancer, HIV/AIDS, depression, diabetes, high blood pressure, herpes, asthma, migraine, and heart diseases, as well as stomach and skin problems, infections, and flu. It also provides vaccines for children and adults; and over-the-counter products. The company was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. | Pharmaceuticals: Major | Corporate Officer/Principal Sales & Marketing | |
PhRMA Foundation
 PhRMA Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The PhRMA Foundation is an organization that provides awards and support to individuals pursuing higher education. The non-profit company is based in Washington. The organization's 2022 annual report highlights their activities and showcases their 2022 awardees. | Miscellaneous Commercial Services | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
Nuron Biotech, Inc.
 Nuron Biotech, Inc. BiotechnologyHealth Technology Nuron Biotech, Inc. markets and develops vaccines for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. It develops novel biologics and vaccines for the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative and infectious diseases. The firm is advancing products to meet unmet medical needs in the areas of multiple sclerosis, alzheimer's, hepatitis b and hepatitis c for patients across the globe. The company was founded by Vithalbhai Dhaduk, Shankar Musunuri and David Zeng in 2009 and is headquartered in Exton, PA. | Biotechnology | Director/Board Member Director/Board Member | |
| ACERAGEN, INC. | Chairman General Counsel | ||
| Perelman School of Medicine | College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal Corporate Officer/Principal |
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| United States | 47 |
| Singapore | 2 |
| France | 2 |
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| Health Technology | 22 |
| Consumer Services | 12 |
| Finance | 6 |
| Commercial Services | 6 |
| Health Services | 4 |
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| Director/Board Member | 495 |
| Corporate Officer/Principal | 201 |
| Independent Dir/Board Member | 107 |
| President | 78 |
| Chief Executive Officer | 76 |
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| Brian Halak | 36 |
| John L. Miclot | 35 |
| Jim Datin | 34 |
| Robert Perez | 31 |
| Gary Kurtzman | 30 |
| Bruce Peacock | 28 |
| Steven Altschuler | 27 |
| Ivan Philip Gergel | 24 |
| Neal Walker | 24 |
| Stephen Webster | 23 |
| Richard Kuntz | 23 |
| Bruce Shook | 21 |
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| Christopher Michael Cashman | 21 |
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