Veteran Guidance On The CMO Selection Process From James Bruno

By Rob Wright

Life Science Leader magazine put together an executive roundtable article on the CMO selection process for a 2011 special supplement. The intent – to gain a better understanding of the some of the challenges faced during the partnering and provide insights on how to overcome. I received some great responses from James Bruno managing director, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Solutions and Chemical Consultants. He is also the past president of Drug, Chemical and Associated Technologies (DCAT). Originally trained as a chemist, Bruno has 30 years of experience developing and commercializing the manufacturing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients. Bruno has recently directed the licensing of several new drugs to China and has served as a consult for many major CMOs. He is current chairman of the Rider University Scientific Advisory Board and has been widely published in pharmaceutical industry trade journals.