Matthias Steger’s long career in pharma and biotech began with F. Hoffmann-La Roche in 1999, when he worked in the design and synthesis of active molecules for a variety of therapeutic indications – next, he joined Axovan (later acquired by Actelion), where he built and implemented a new platform for orphan GPCR drug discovery – Matthias then branched out into investment banking at Kepler Equities before returning to Roche in 2007 – he became the firm’s global head of research and technology partnering, a role in which he investigated and managed more than 50 collaborations – in 2015 he followed his strong entrepreneurial instincts, first establishing SequelBlu, an independent advisory firm aimed at assisting companies with sustainable innovation, and then Endogena.