Leading With Gratitude: How Estelle Garcia Is Redefining Leadership in Biotech
- Nov 14
- 3 min read
By Estelle Garcia
Founder & Chief Executive Officer, LivaFortis
In a biotech world defined by tight deadlines, investor pressure, and an often relentless pace, Estelle Garcia, CEO and founder of LivaFortis, stands apart for her belief that gratitude is not a soft skill — it’s a strategic advantage.
Estelle leads with kindness, humility, and a fierce commitment to human-centered innovation. Her approach has not only built a thriving company but also fostered a workplace culture that is rooted in respect, inclusion, and empowerment — one where gratitude drives both creativity and resilience.
Celebrating Small Wins and Big Courage
At LivaFortis, success isn’t measured solely by quarterly milestones but also by courage — the courage to experiment, fail, and try again. When a team member tackles a challenging project, Estelle is the first to express appreciation for the effort, regardless of the outcome.
“Even if the task doesn’t yield the perfect result,” she often says, “what matters is the boldness to try something new. That’s where innovation begins.”
This mindset has transformed LivaFortis into a company where every idea matters. Employees are encouraged to bring forward new concepts, refine them, and present them to the broader team. The result is an organization that is unafraid to challenge the status quo — exactly what’s needed in an industry known for its high barriers and risk aversion.
Gratitude as a Catalyst for Creativity
Estelle’s leadership philosophy is simple yet profound: when people feel valued, they create with confidence. In an industry where fear and burnout often dominate, she has built a space where gratitude fuels performance.
Weekly meetings at LivaFortis are infused with positivity and recognition. Progress updates are met with appreciation, not pressure. As one team member described, “You leave meetings at LivaFortis feeling inspired, not drained.” That emotional energy translates into better ideas, stronger collaboration, and ultimately — breakthrough innovations.
Human-Centered Innovation
While many competitors chase enterprise contracts, Estelle keeps her focus squarely on the end user. LivaFortis designs its digital physical therapy solutions around inclusivity and compassion — creating accessible, affordable care for people who often fall through the cracks of the healthcare system.
Her belief that kindness should scale as quickly as technology shows up in every product decision. From user interface design to data ethics, her leadership ensures that technology serves people — not the other way around.
Resilience Through Challenge
The past few years have tested every business leader, but Estelle’s gratitude-driven mindset has helped LivaFortis adapt and thrive. From supply-chain disruptions to evolving regulatory landscapes and the rapid rise of AI, she faces each challenge with a single question: “How can we make our product even better?”
This mindset keeps her team resilient — not because obstacles disappear, but because they face them together with shared purpose and optimism.
The Power of Leading With Heart
Estelle Garcia’s leadership exemplifies what it means to lead with gratitude in action. She doesn’t separate empathy from excellence; she sees them as inseparable. By honoring the people who build, design, and dream alongside her, she proves that compassionate leadership can thrive even in the most competitive industries.
“Gratitude isn’t a reward for success — it’s the reason we succeed.” Garcia often reminds her team.
Through her example, Estelle Garcia is redefining what it means to win in business — proving that when leaders choose kindness, entire companies rise.
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