Back To Upcoming Events
African-American and Hispanic founders are pioneering innovation in the medical technology sector. Despite facing significant challenges in accessing capital, these entrepreneurs are leading the charge in addressing critical healthcare needs. Join MedTech Color for their Annual Pitch Competition on March 15, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PT in Los Angeles, California. In collaboration with industry leaders such as Johnson & Johnson, ResMed, Olympus, and others, MedTech Color has awarded over $865k in non-dilutive capital and in-kind services since 2021 to accelerate the growth of African-American and Hispanic-founded Medtech startups.
The MedTech Color Pitch Competition is a platform for early-stage startups to showcase their groundbreaking technologies. They seek innovative startups led by African-American and Hispanic founders committed to improving patient outcomes and addressing healthcare disparities.
Event Schedule
Starting bright and early at 10:00 a.m. PT, jump into the Pediatric Track: “Make Your Medical Device For Kids!” Engage in thought-provoking conversations during the intros and fireside chat with previous Pediatric Top 10 Finalists. Then, witness the Pediatric Track Competition with the top 5 contenders from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Take a break, refuel, and make connections during the Networking Lunch at noon. Then at 1:00 p.m., the spotlight shifts to the main event: the 4th Annual MedTech Color Pitch Competition. Witness groundbreaking innovations and hear the compelling stories behind them as startups led by African-American and Hispanic founders take the stage.
Stay until 3:15 p.m. for the eagerly awaited winner announcements to celebrate the brightest minds in medical technology.
Awards and Benefits
- First Place: $75,000
- Second Place: $50,000
- Third Place: $25,000
- Community Impact Audience Choice award: $5,000.
Take advantage of this opportunity to witness groundbreaking innovation and support diversity in the Medtech industry.
Please note that an external entity hosts this event.
