One on One with Ian Donnis
Long-form, in-depth interviews with the people shaping Rhode Island. Hosted by veteran political reporter Ian Donnis, this show goes beyond the headlines to explore the ideas, experiences, and motivations of newsmakers, artists, activists, public officials, and other influential voices.
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After decades of searching for new engines of economic growth following the decline of manufacturing, Rhode Island placed a major bet in 2022: building a biotech and life sciences sector from the ground up.
That gamble led to the creation of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub, and in 2024, the hiring of Dr. Mark Turco as its president and CEO. So was the investment worth it — or did Rhode Island enter the life sciences race too late? Ian Donnis sits down with Dr. Turco to talk about the strategy, the risks, and what comes next.
That gamble led to the creation of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub, and in 2024, the hiring of Dr. Mark Turco as its president and CEO. So was the investment worth it — or did Rhode Island enter the life sciences race too late? Ian Donnis sits down with Dr. Turco to talk about the strategy, the risks, and what comes next.