MedTech Actuator Innovators Bootcamp

Date: Thursday, 28 September | Location: Canberra Innovation Network, 5/1 Moore St, Canberra, ACT 2601

An interactive workshop on how to address clinical needs with innovation and startups

We'll be focusing on the early stages of innovation, including ideating and validating problems and solutions. Our speakers will guide you through the process and provide insights into the Health Innovation and Commercialisation Pathways that will help accelerate your success. There will be opportunities to develop, present and receive feedback on your commercialisation from mentors and peers that could form the foundation for future collaborations.

We understand that as innovators of early-stage technologies, clinicians and researchers have challenging demands and limited time. This workshop will give you the tools and strategies you need to make the most impactful decisions and solve problems in the most efficient way possible.
The MedTech Actuator is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that curates an ecosystem of MedTech, HealthTech and BioTech innovation and investment across the Asia Pacific region.

Event details:

16:00 - 16:15 – Welcome from hosts and MedTech Actuator
Speaker: Betty Zhang, Early Innovation Programs Lead, MedTech Actuator

MedTech Actuator programs overview: early innovation to startups

16:15 - 17:00 Workshop - Building Blocks to Healthcare Innovation & Commercialisation
Speaker: Makenzie Thomas, Portfolio Manager – MedTech Actuator

Understanding the different stages of a startup
Healthcare innovation and identifying unmet clinical needs
Where to begin with commercialisation?
Navigating funding options and sources of capital
Leveraging ecosystem resources such as incubators, accelerators, and industry networks

17:00 - 17:45 – Fireside Chat: Idea to MVP with Aurabox
Speakers: Dr Chaturica Athukorala, CEO - Aurabox, Christopher Skene, CTO – Aurabox, and Makenzie Thomas, Portfolio Manager – MedTech Actuator

Understanding the different stages of a startup
Developing a strong team and company culture
Navigating funding options and sources of capital
Leveraging ecosystem resources such as incubators, accelerators, and industry networks

17:45 - 18:30 Networking & Drinks

This workshop is supported by the REDI Initiative, powered by MTPConnect, funded by the MRFF.

For any questions regarding the workshop feel free to reach out to Betty Zhang, betty@medtechactuator.com