We cordially invite you to participate in our event series “Entrepreneurial Insights” - the practical talk with Christian Albert Jacke and guests.
From science to business in life sciences & medtech: How do you turn cutting-edge research into a successful global company? What hurdles do founders have to overcome?
At our first Entrepreneurial Insights meetup event, we welcome Dr. Marc Struhalla, co-founder, CEO, and managing director of c-LEcta - one of the most successful life sciences spin-offs from the University of Leipzig.
Dr. Marc Struhalla tells his personal story: how he ventured from studying biochemistry to research and then to founding his own company. He talks about the challenges of starting a business in the life sciences and medtech cluster, building strategic alliances with industry partners, and finally the successful exit with global player Kerry Group.
Be inspired by his journey, gain valuable insights into the world of biotech startups, and take the opportunity to ask your questions directly to a successful founder!
- Date: 23rd October 2025 | 15:15–16:45
- Venue: Faculty of Economics, Room: SR 1, Leipzig University, Campus Augustusplatz
- Registration: free of charge
This event marks the start of our new Entrepreneurial Insights Meetup series, in which experienced founders and innovators share their stories to inspire and connect with the next generation of founders. Entrepreneurial Insights offers inspiration, knowledge on networking expertise, and practical reality checks for anyone who wants to start their own business. Entrepreneurship requires courage, strategy, and perseverance—and the belief that anyone with the right idea and the necessary know-how can take the plunge into self-employment.
About our guest:
Dr. Marc Struhalla is co-founder, partner, and managing director of c-LEcta. He earned his doctorate at the University of Hamburg after studying biochemistry at the University of Leipzig. After completing his doctorate, he returned to Leipzig University before founding c-LEcta. He has more than 15 years of experience in product development and commercialization in the field of industrial biotechnology and has successfully established and concluded numerous strategic alliances with industry partners.