Catalyst Capital Symposia
Innovation in Women's Health Pitch Showcase
Date:
6/18/2025 9:00 AM
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9:00 pm
Location:
Boston, MA
Event Overview:
The event is a dynamic pitch showcase aimed at discovering and supporting groundbreaking solutions that address critical issues in women’s health. By bringing together innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs from around the globe, this event seeks to accelerate advancements in areas such as reproductive health, mental well-being, and chronic disease management. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their ideas, gain valuable mentorship, and compete for prizes, all while contributing to the improvement of women’s health outcomes worldwide.
Application Phase
- Submission: Participants must apply to pitch and submit application by May 1, 2025, 11:59 PM PST.
- Applicants: Any startup at any stage is eligible to apply, provided they are already formed as a legal entity.
- Focus: Startups are developing technologies specifically to improve women's health.
- Screening: Applications are reviewed by a committee which will select the finalists.
- Finalists: Finalists are committing to pitching in-person in Boston, MA.
Preparation Phase
- Workshops: Training sessions on effective pitching and presentation skills will be provided to the Finalists.
Pitch Presentation
- Format: Participants present their business ideas to a panel of judges, which may include investors, industry experts, or successful entrepreneurs. Startups will have a total of 8 minutes. We recommend a 3-minute pitch followed by a 5-minute Q&A session.
- Judging Criteria: Judges evaluate pitches based on criteria such as innovation, market potential, business model, team capability, and financial viability.
Judging and Scoring
- Evaluation: A Judging rubrik will be utilized. Judging scores will account for 75% of the score. An audience vote will account for the remaining 25% of the total score.
Pitch application deadline: May 1, 2025
Pitch Deck Help?
Are you a California startup developing a device, therapy, or diagnostic?
You may be eligible for 16 hours of complimentary Pitch Deck Consulting.
Agenda
Prizes
1st place winners will receive the following prizes:
- $20k in office/lab space
- Digital Marketing and Branding Services (worth $5,000)
- $25k custom UX design package from the largest femtech incubator in the US
- Exploratory biostatistics package: 3 reports
- Membership to Mayo Clinic Innovation Exchange
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- Regulatory kit and Regulatory strategy consulting (Medical Device only)
- $5,000 Legal fees
- Two months campaign on startup program
- 3-day ticket to the upcoming 2025 RESI Conference
- Contingent Permanent Placement ($5,000 off); Retained Search services ($5,000 off)
- $5,000 of tax services
Learn from Subject Matter Experts
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Startup Market
Catalyst Capital Symposia
IMPACT
Activating Startups
Catalyst Capital Symposia is a platform connecting founders and funders to catalyze innovation.
This monthly forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into emerging sectors and disruptive technologies that have the potential to revolutionize human health, the environment, and society.
Through engaging discussions, informative panels, and interactive workshops, aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs and investors can learn about essential concepts, strategies, and best practices directly from industry experts.
By engaging the venture and startup ecosystem, the symposia encourages investors to be activists and empower startups with cutting-edge technology.
This monthly forum provides a unique opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into emerging sectors and disruptive technologies that have the potential to revolutionize human health, the environment, and society.
Through engaging discussions, informative panels, and interactive workshops, aspiring and seasoned entrepreneurs and investors can learn about essential concepts, strategies, and best practices directly from industry experts.
By engaging the venture and startup ecosystem, the symposia encourages investors to be activists and empower startups with cutting-edge technology.
BECOME AN
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Investing in Startups
Stay ahead of the curve by joining us at the Catalyst Capital Symposia, where you can gain valuable insights into emerging technologies, spanning various industries, from tech and healthcare to sustainability and beyond.
Join the ranks of investor-activists who not only provide financial backing but also lend their expertise, networks, and influence to nurture startups, catalyzing a collective effort towards a brighter, more innovative future.
Join the ranks of investor-activists who not only provide financial backing but also lend their expertise, networks, and influence to nurture startups, catalyzing a collective effort towards a brighter, more innovative future.
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Startups: Apply to Pitch
Are you ready to supercharge your innovative startup? Don't miss this golden opportunity to bring your vision to life!
Pitch your startup to an audience of industry experts, colleagues, and seasoned investors to gain valuable insights and feedback, forge strategic partnerships and connections, secure vital funding for your pioneering project, and elevate your startup to the next level!
Apply to pitch at one of the upcoming symposiums.
Pitch your startup to an audience of industry experts, colleagues, and seasoned investors to gain valuable insights and feedback, forge strategic partnerships and connections, secure vital funding for your pioneering project, and elevate your startup to the next level!
Apply to pitch at one of the upcoming symposiums.
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SPONSOR
Connecting with Potential Customers
Position your organization as a corporate sponsor and connect with a deeply engaged audience of investors, entrepreneurs, and industry experts.
Sponsorship at Catalyst Capital Symposia provides a range of advantages, such as heightened brand visibility, lead generation, networking opportunities, thought leadership, and early access to emerging technologies.
To explore the ways in which your company can benefit from sponsoring our event, reach out to us for more information.
Sponsorship at Catalyst Capital Symposia provides a range of advantages, such as heightened brand visibility, lead generation, networking opportunities, thought leadership, and early access to emerging technologies.
To explore the ways in which your company can benefit from sponsoring our event, reach out to us for more information.
SPONSOR
Be a Champion of Women's Health
Want to make an even bigger impact? Consider becoming a sponsor for Casino Night! As a sponsor, you'll receive prominent recognition at the event, on our marketing materials, and across our digital platforms. Sponsorship packages offer a unique opportunity to align your brand with a cause that resonates with so many.
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