Science Meets Strategy: Insights from Christie Dudenhoefer’s Leadership at HP
In a standout episode, we welcome Christie Dudenhoefer, a trailblazer in biotechnology and life science innovation to Hiring For Good. As the Head of Life Science Solutions (LSS) at HP’s Specialty Print and Technology Solutions (SPTS) group, Christie brings a unique perspective to leadership, innovation, and the intersection of technology and biology.
Christie’s role at HP centers on adapting inkjet microfluidics technology for groundbreaking applications in ultra-low volume reagent dispensing and single-cell isolation. Under her leadership, the LSS team has transformed this innovative technology into a thriving growth business. Her work addresses critical pharmaceutical and academic drug discovery applications, single-cell proteomics, single-cell genomics, and basic research.
In this episode, Christie dives into the nuances of driving technological innovation in the life sciences sector. She shares her experiences leading cross-functional teams, developing cutting-edge research products, and collaborating with global customers and partners to streamline workflows and accelerate discovery. With over three decades at HP, Christie offers unparalleled insights into how a tech giant can successfully venture into the specialized field of life science solutions.
One of the most compelling aspects of the conversation is Christie’s passion for bridging the gap between technology innovation and biology. From her engineering roots at the University of Michigan—where she earned both a BSE in Mechanical Engineering and an MSE in Macromolecular Science and Engineering—to holding more than 20 US patents, Christie exemplifies the power of technical expertise paired with visionary leadership.
The podcast episode unpacks her journey of building a new growth portfolio within HP, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the strategic mindset required to launch and scale novel solutions in a complex industry. Christie discusses the challenges of aligning diverse teams toward common goals and navigating the intricacies of customer-driven innovation.
Beyond her technical achievements, Christie emphasizes the human side of leadership. She reflects on the importance of fostering collaboration across disciplines and creating environments where curiosity and creativity can thrive. These insights resonate strongly with Hiring For Good listeners, who tune in to hear authentic stories of transformative leadership.
This episode is a must-listen for professionals and leaders in tech, biotech, and beyond. It highlights not only the exciting advancements in life sciences but also the profound impact of a leader who embraces continuous learning and strategic risk-taking.
Christie’s interview underscores the mission of the Hiring For Good podcast: celebrating leadership that transforms industries, organizations, and lives.
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Christie’s Bio
Christie Dudenhoefer is the Head of the Life Science Solutions (LSS) business inside HP’s Specialty Print and Technology Solutions (SPTS) group. LSS adapts HP inkjet microfluidics technology for ultra-low volume reagent dispensing and single cell isolation. Christie developed a new growth business for HP, resulting in a portfolio of life science research products that address applications in pharma and academic drug discovery, single cell proteomics, single cell genomics and basic research. The cross-functional LSS team supports current commercial products and develops new solutions, collaborating closely with global customers and partners to improve and simplify workflows.
Christie joined HP in 1992 and she’s passionate about working across the interface between technology innovation, product development and biology. Christie earned a BSE in Mechanical Engineering and an MSE in Macromolecular Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan and holds more than 20 US patents.
Stay connected with Christie on LinkedIn: Christie Dudenhoefer