Health Tech First
2025 Roadshow
Bringing bold Israeli innovation to the U.S.
One week, three cities, countless opportunities to connect with leading investors and industry partners.
2025 Roadshow
Timeline
Nov 25
Applications Open
Dec 5
Applications Close
Dec 8
Acceptances go out,
Pay commitment fee
Dec 24 - Jan 27
Preparatory Sessions
Feb 9-14
Roadshow
Core Roadshow: New York and Chicago
This itinerary is available to all accepted startups.
New York City
In partnership with The Israel Economic Mission to the East Coast
Travel Day
Participants arrive in New York City.
Investor Pitch Session
Pitches will be followed by 1-on-1 meetings.
Hospital Site Visit
Gain first-hand knowledge about leading institutions with opportunities to pitch for innovation and/or partnership contacts.
Networking Reception
Connect with investors, industry leaders, and fellow innovators in a relaxed setting.
Evening: Travel to Chicago
Chicago
In partnership with MATTER Chicago
Breakfast and Opening Keynote
Kickstart the day with insights from a leading figure in Chicago’s health tech scene.
1:1 Sessions
Personalized matchmaking with investors, corporate partners, and accelerators tailored to your company’s goals.
Closing Keynote and Networking Reception
Leverage MATTER’s rich network to build connections with local players.
Extended Roadshow: Philadelphia
This itinerary is available to a select group of startups.
Philadelphia
In partnership with Science Center
Morning: Travel to Philadelphia
Companies arrive in Philadelphia.
Panel: Understanding the U.S. Investor Mindset
Followed by small group hands-on meetups:
- 1:1s with Investors-in-Residence
- Deal Room Review: Your Essential Checklist
- Navigating Cultural Competence: Effective communication with American venture capital firms
- Defining Success: Key metrics , milestones and measurement strategies.
- Establishing a U.S. Presence: Timing, Strategy, and Purpose
Evening: Reception
Intimate dinner and networking.
Panel: The US Healthcare Leader Mindset
Understand what drives their decision-making.
1:1 Sessions with Health System Leaders
Focused introductions with business leaders based on specific matching.
Evening: End of Roadshow
Participation Criteria
Mandatory Preparatory Sessions (Jan 2025)
Tailored online sessions designed to strengthen your market positioning, refine your U.S. healthcare innovation strategy, and build valuable connections ahead of the Roadshow.
Attendance in the sessions is mandatory to qualify for the roadshow.
- Session 1: Roadshow Introductory Webinar
Sun, 01/12/2024 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM - Session 2: Roadshow Participants General Prep
Tue, 24/12/2024 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
- Session 1: Fundraising in the US
Mon, 06/01/2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM - Session 2: Understanding US Healthcare
Wed, 15/01/2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM - Session 3: US Clinical Trials and Contracts
Mon, 27/01/2025 | 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Participation Fee
The participation fee ensures your place in the program and helps cover the resources and logistics involved in curating an impactful experience.
FAQ
What’s Included?
- Tailored preparatory sessions to refine your pitch.
- Networking events with top-tier investors and business leaders.
- Event facilitation throughout the roadshow.
What’s Not Included?
- Travel, accommodation, and meals (outside of planned event dinners).
What is the participation fee?
- There is a $1,000 commitment fee required for the full itinerary (New York-Chicago-Philadelphia).
How many companies can join?
- Space is limited for a focused and impactful experience.
- The Philadelphia itinerary is limited to 10 startups.
Register
Our Partners
Startup Nation Central is a free-acting NGO providing global solution seekers frictionless access to Israel’s bold and impatient innovators to help tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.
Looking forward to seeing you at the event
Terms & Conditions
By registering, you agree that the event may be recorded and may appear in Startup Nation Central marketing material and/or be used for any other lawful purpose, and you waive any rights of privacy or compensation in this regard.
