Midwest Showcase | Chicago

Panel Discussions:

• Venture Capital: How venture capitalists seek startups with key qualities, assess market potential and scalability, watch for red flags that deter investment, and consider the evolving landscape's implications for startups.

• Confirmed Speakers: Alan Davis at BioStar Capital; Josh Nickols at Boomerang Ventures; Liz Todia at Mutual Capital Partners; Jeremy Langsam at Portal Innovations

• Diversified Funding: Explore diverse funding sources, starting by assessing your needs and researching available options in your industry or region. Where do you start and where to you turn?

• Confirmed Speakers: Jessica Sublett at Bounce Innovation Hub; Melissa Lederer at mHUB; Annette Gilchrist at NINDS Small Business Program; Elyse Kemmerer White at Blueprint MedTech, National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke

• Where Does Innovation Happen: Innovation arises from various sectors, with organizations actively fostering and championing new technologies to enhance patient well-being.