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Post by awesomo on Jan 7, 2022 12:39:07 GMT -5
There’s nothing that definitely ties Paul Allen to RLS so stop spreading misinformation. It’s all speculation. And even if a fund of his is tied to it, these people put their money in hundreds of investments hoping for a few home runs while the majority fail. Also, Castagna is an over achieving CEO? Rest and grow guy? 😂 As I recall, it was the lawer CEO and the law firm that tied RLS to the Paul Allen funds. I agree it was speculation, but is not just random disinformation. And yes, absolutely, VC is given to lots of R&D efforts with the assumption a few will be home runs. So what? Ever tried to get VC? It ain’t like on Shark Tank which is a joke. But you’re also making the point for me that there isn’t any reason to scoff and be dismissive of Thirona Bio just because they list an attorney’s office as their address. These deals are not done by children. They are purposeful and part of a strategy. Stating speculation as fact is the very definition of misinformation. No these deals aren't done by children, but you are completely naive if you think they are all done with the sole purpose of benefiting shareholders and the company. A lot of these "deals" benefit the executives, which this case shows clearly with Castagna getting a board seat. Remember that Tanner deal with a questionable firm with no actual footprint that amounted to absolutely nothing? Same vibes from this. investors.mannkindcorp.com/news-releases/news-release-details/mannkind-and-tanner-pharma-group-enter-ex-us-distribution |
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Post by mytakeonit on Jan 7, 2022 14:06:47 GMT -5
The Allen family has funded RLS research for a long time. Just google it ... if you know how to google.
But, that's mytakeonit
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Post by akemp3000 on Jan 7, 2022 15:10:08 GMT -5
IMO, there are too many credible dots to connect with both the RLS and Thirona partnerships to conclude these relationships are anything but excellent opportunities that are more likely to bear fruit for Mannkind than to fade away. We know they're working hard behind the scenes away from the public eye because we do get occasional updates. The credible question remains when these relationships will finally lead to the next big announcements.
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Post by cretin11 on Jan 7, 2022 17:20:02 GMT -5
The Allen family has funded RLS research for a long time. Just google it ... if you know how to google. But, that's mytakeonit Please help, as a google search for “receptor life sciences paul allen” doesn’t turn up much besides message board and seeking alpha speculation. A couple of good links to something definitive would be appreciated. |
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Post by mytakeonit on Jan 8, 2022 2:22:54 GMT -5
cretin ... you need to keep practicing to use the internet. SO ... I won't help you. Too bad ... So sad ... I'm sure you know how to do more searches.  Or, maybe NOT But, that's mytakeonit |
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Post by cretin11 on Jan 8, 2022 4:21:11 GMT -5
So you can’t find any either? Ok, thanks for trying.
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Post by sweedee79 on Jan 8, 2022 9:07:19 GMT -5
I couldn't find anything either except for some things about what Vulcan Capital is invested in..
Nothing stating that Paul Allen was an exclusive investor.. or somehow tight with RLS..
I believe the comment we are debating said that RLS was funded by Paul Allen.. There is NO proof of that I am able to find.. if someone has proof then please post it.
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Post by sportsrancho on Jan 8, 2022 10:41:17 GMT -5
It’s always been smoke and mirrors.
Anybody remember the live annual meeting where somebody asked a question about it and everybody on the stage put their hand over their mouth and snickered🤣
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Post by sayhey24 on Jan 8, 2022 12:31:24 GMT -5
I couldn't find anything either except for some things about what Vulcan Capital is invested in.. Nothing stating that Paul Allen was an exclusive investor.. or somehow tight with RLS.. I believe the comment we are debating said that RLS was funded by Paul Allen.. There is NO proof of that I am able to find.. if someone has proof then please post it. There was a pretty good paper trail which had a number of ex-MSFT people involved. I always thought it was Kevin Johnson who is now the CEO of Starbucks as I thought he visited the Danbury plant, had lots of money and was ex-MSFT. He had this marketing guy he brought from MSFT to Starbucks as the top marketing guy. Then his buddy left Starbucks and was on the RLS board and it seemed like RLS was trying to develop a recreational business model which seemed to fit with Starbucks. I forget his name, Andy something I think, is no longer on the RLS board and RLS no longer has a recreational focus. I never thought Paul Allen was involved but because of the MSFT connections a lot of people did. All I know is I would really like RLS to get a blockbuster drug approved through the FDA, asap. What is Andrea Leone-Bay doing? I thought this was her baby and she is one smart women whose name is all over most of MNKD's patents. They are showing two Technosphere drugs entering Phase 1 on their website www.receptorlife.com/ |
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Post by mytakeonit on Jan 8, 2022 14:46:08 GMT -5
Just google ... Paul Allen funds RLS ... see what comes up. The family funded tons of research.
But, that's mytakeonit
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Post by mango on Jan 8, 2022 14:49:03 GMT -5
Arthur Rubinfeld from Starbucks was associated with RLS for quite a while, but I’m not sure if he is anymore. Think he was on the BoD.
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Post by mango on Jan 8, 2022 14:51:51 GMT -5
The connection to Paul Allen is RLS’ FOUNDER, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND DIRECTOR, Traci Carman.
Traci Carman used to work for Paul Allen via the EMP Museum. Traci Carman was the EMP Museum’s Chief Financial Officer.
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Post by prcgorman2 on Jan 8, 2022 16:09:25 GMT -5
As I recall, it was the lawer CEO and the law firm that tied RLS to the Paul Allen funds. I agree it was speculation, but is not just random disinformation. And yes, absolutely, VC is given to lots of R&D efforts with the assumption a few will be home runs. So what? Ever tried to get VC? It ain’t like on Shark Tank which is a joke. But you’re also making the point for me that there isn’t any reason to scoff and be dismissive of Thirona Bio just because they list an attorney’s office as their address. These deals are not done by children. They are purposeful and part of a strategy. Stating speculation as fact is the very definition of misinformation. No these deals aren't done by children, but you are completely naive if you think they are all done with the sole purpose of benefiting shareholders and the company. A lot of these "deals" benefit the executives, which this case shows clearly with Castagna getting a board seat. Remember that Tanner deal with a questionable firm with no actual footprint that amounted to absolutely nothing? Same vibes from this. investors.mannkindcorp.com/news-releases/news-release-details/mannkind-and-tanner-pharma-group-enter-ex-us-distributionGreat analysis. We should definitely think Dr. Castagna is doing the Thirona deal for his own pleasure of sitting on the board of directors of a company you deride as having a law office as their address. This is tiresome. I know it’s frustrating to you and others who want to be able to see every move as something you know is foolish. I just can’t imagine holding on to an investment that made me so sour for so long. I’ve had a couple. But not that I held for years and years just to sit around and bitch about. I averaged down. I bought shares when MNKD was $1 both before FDA approval, and after Sanofi. I’m here because of Afrezza, but I’m staying here because of Afrezza, TreT, and whatever else MNKD adds to the TechnoSphere portfolio. Dr. Castagna earned his chops before he got here, and he saved the company and tripled the price per share and dramatically reduced debt. Was it flawless execution? No. Was it damn good? Oh Hell yes. You want to bellyache on an investment you can’t tell is good or bad but you got a bad “vibe” and I’m supposed to be influenced? I’d say try again, but unfortunatlely for me you probably will. |
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Post by ptass on Jan 8, 2022 17:23:31 GMT -5
I don't believe for a second that Nike would make a loan to ano
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Post by ptass on Jan 8, 2022 17:32:30 GMT -5
I don't believe for a second that Mike lent money just to get a board seat. Since BP isn't beating down our door with opportunities, maybe Mike is simply taking a more proactive approach and that's why he raised cash from the sale lease back.
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Or, maybe NOT 
