For more than a decade, MedCity INVEST has brought together active investors and promising startups across biopharmaceuticals, diagnostics, medical devices, and health technology. The conference focused on the changing landscape of health care, including consumer convenience, a shift to value-based care, seamless care coordination, and the desire for more equitable and affordable health care for all. It highlights the opportunities and challenges in the care industry.
The MedCity INVEST conference is scheduled for May 21st and 22nd at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in Chicago. In addition to panel discussions on the hottest topics in healthcare transformation, there will also be a startup pitch competition, presentations on government funding for startups and networking opportunities.
Some of the speakers include:
- Chris Sasiela, Director of SEED Innovator Support Services, National Institutes of Health
- Nitin Natarajan, Deputy Administrator, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)
- Dr. Rekha Kumar, Chief Medical Officer, Weill Cornell Medical College
- Brian Montgomery, Chief Strategy Officer, GE Healthcare
- Laura Fox, Director of Payments Innovation, Blue Shield of California
- Michael Greeley, Co-Founder and General Partner, Flair Capital Partners
- Steven Knight, Chief Operating Officer, Quantum Health
- Margaret Rehayem, Vice Chair, National Alliance of Healthcare Purchaser Coalitions
- Henry H. Ting, Chief Health and Wellness Officer, Delta Air Lines
- George Khalife, Vice President, Midwest United States, Toronto Stock Exchange and TSX Venture Exchange
- Jack Stockert, Managing Director, Health2047
The startups in the Payer/Provider and Consumer/Employer tracks of the Pitch Perfect competition have been decided. Companies in the medical device and biopharmaceutical sectors are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
The startups participating in the contest are:
Sponsors include NIH Seed, Quantum Health, HSBC, Toronto Stock Exchange, MHub, Canada. Our partner for this event is Mid America Healthcare Investors Network.
Space is limited. Secure your spot now!
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