Innovators

Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Aging2.0 is building a network of innovators, healthcare leaders, investors, providers, and organizations working to transform the experience of aging and improve the future of care.


Throughout the year, we host innovation searches, pitch events, and other opportunities designed to discover and showcase promising solutions addressing some of the most pressing challenges across healthcare, aging, and longevity.


When you engage with the Aging2.0 network, your innovation becomes part of our growing ecosystem built to create meaningful connections and opportunities. Through our Innovator Intake process, we learn about your company so we can better understand where your innovation fits—and identify opportunities to connect you with relevant leaders, organizations, and programs within our network.


Complete the Innovator Intake to tell us more about your innovation. 


The Global Innovation Search Finalists |  Medication & Adherence

INNOVATOR PITCH EVENT FAQs

  • Who is sponsoring and running the event?

    The event is being jointly hosted by the Health Innovation Alliance (HIA) and Aging2.0.

  • Who will be on the judging panel?

    Each competition will feature a unique panel of judges selected based on the focus of the competition. The final judging panel will be shared with participants in advance of the event.

  • How many finalists will be pitching?

    There will be six finalists pitching during the virtual event.

  • How will the pitches be judged?

    Each finalist will have the opportunity to present to the judging panel during the virtual

    event. Following the event, the judges will have time to review and score the pitches,

    convene as a group, and discuss the finalists before reaching a final decision. Additional

    information about the judging criteria and pitch format will be shared with finalists in

    advance of the event.

  • When will the winner be announced?

    The winner will be determined within 48 hours following the pitch event. Because the event is virtual, we want to give the judges adequate time to score the pitches and discuss the

    finalists before making a final decision. The winner will be announced via social media, and all finalists will be contacted directly.

  • Are there any fees or commitments associated with participating?

    No. There are no fees or financial commitments associated with participating in the pitch event or winning.

  • What does the winner receive?
    • A $2,500 cash prize
    • An opportunity to showcase the company to a group of healthcare executives, industry experts, and investment professionals
    • Potential introductions to corporate partners where there is mutual interest
  • Are there opportunities for the other finalists?
    • Yes. Our broader goal is to create ongoing opportunities for companies participating in these pitch events.
    • We plan to host four pitch events during the year, with a winner and runner-up selected at each event. Winners and runners-up are expected to be invited to pitch in person at our annual OPTIMIZE Conference. - Participation in that opportunity will be optional.
    • In addition, if our corporate partners express interest in connecting with any of the finalist companies, we’re happy to facilitate introductions where appropriate.
  • Will the pitch session be recorded?

    Yes. The virtual pitch session will be recorded.

  • Who will have access to the recording and pitch materials?

    Access to the recording will be limited to HIA and Aging2.0 partners and the relevant

    event committee. The recording and pitch materials will be used internally and will not be shared externally.

  • Will my pitch deck be shared publicly?

    No. Pitch decks and related materials will not be shared externally as part of the event.

  • Are there any other next steps after the pitch?
    • The primary next step is the judging process and winner announcement. Beyond that, we’ll continue to explore opportunities to connect finalists with relevant healthcare leaders, industry experts, investors, and corporate partners where there is a strong fit.
    • We’ll communicate any specific follow-on opportunities directly to the companies involved.
  • What should our pitch cover?

    Finalists will receive pitch guidelines before the event but the most important items

    include:

    • Problem & Market Opportunity
    • Solution & Customer
    • Business Model, Value & Integration
    • Traction, Team & Next Steps
  • How long will we have to pitch?

    Each finalist will be given 8 minutes to pitch.

  • Will there be a Q&A session?

    There will be at least one question potentially two from our judges.

  • How many people from our organization can participate?

    Multiple people from your organization are welcome to join and watch the pitch but we

    request onely one presenter please.

  • Is a pitch deck required and is there a maximum number of slides?

    Yes and should be no more that 15 slides.

  • Are videos or demonstrations allowed?

    No