Pitch @ Henry Ford

Pitch @ Henry Ford allows incubators and accelerators to present their high-potential portfolio companies to Henry Ford Health in a rapid-fire session. This initiative provides startups with the opportunity to showcase their solutions to a team of Henry Ford Health clinicians and experts in their discipline. Select teams are identified to partner with HFI to co-develop and implement their solutions within the healthcare system.

Program Structure

  • Pitch sessions: Startups have eight minutes to pitch their idea, followed by six minutes of Q&A and feedback from Henry Ford Health clinical experts.
  • Selection process: After the presentations, Henry Ford Health identifies teams that fit our partnership model and invites them for individual follow-up conversations.
  • Collaboration opportunities: Selected early-stage companies have the chance to collaborate with Henry Ford Health on pilot projects, clinical trials and other initiatives to refine and validate their solutions in a real-world clinical environment.

Benefits for Startups

  • Access to expertise: Engage directly with clinicians and healthcare experts who can provide valuable insights and feedback.
  • Real-world testing: Validate your innovations in a live clinical setting to gather practical data and refine your approach.
  • Networking opportunities: Connect with a network of industry professionals, potential partners and investors.

Interested? Connect with us

If you’d like more information about Pitch @ Henry Ford or would like to participate, contact us today at innovation@HFHS.org.

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