Innovating Health

The Entrepreneurial Spirit: Essential Traits for Success as a Healthcare Entrepreneur

 
In the final episode of Season 1 - Innovating Health, Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MBA, dives into the entrepreneurial mindset needed to address healthcare’s most pressing challenges. He explores the essential traits of successful healthcare entrepreneurs, the transformative impact of mentorship and networking, and strategic approaches to navigating regulatory hurdles. Hear inspiring success stories from HW Alumniand actionable lessons from startups that have turned challenges into opportunities. 
 

Funding Health Innovation: Navigating the Investment Landscape for Startups

In this episode of Innovating Health, Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA explores the intricate and dynamic landscape of funding for health innovation. With extensive experience in supporting early-stage healthcare startups, Dr. Zajicek shares valuable insights into diverse funding models—venture capital, angel investors, federal non-dilutive funding, corporate partnerships, and crowdfunding—and offers practical strategies for successfully navigating the investment landscape.

Founder Story: Unlocking Oral Health and Entrepreneurship with Tina Saw

In Episode 6 of Innovating Health podcast, Dr. Hubert Zajicek sits down with Tina Saw, CEO and Founder of Oral Genome and an alumna of Health Wildcatters. Oral Genome is transforming oral health care with point-of-care, saliva-based testing that delivers rapid insights into conditions like cavities, periodontal disease, and diabetes.This innovative approach supports both prevention and early intervention, paving the way for more proactive healthcare. We also explore her philanthropic in advancing health equity by making dental care more accessible to everyone.

Founder Story: Dave Copps- Futurist, Technologist and Visionary

In Episode 4 of Innovating Health, we spotlight a Founder Story with Dave Copps—Futurist, Technologist, and Visionary. Listeners get a front-row seat to an inspiring journey through Dave's life and achievements as a serial entrepreneur. From his early entrepreneurial days to his pioneering work in technology and artificial intelligence, this episode offers valuable insights into Copps' approach to problem-solving, AI, and his visionary outlook on the future. 

The 5-Minute Pitch: Perfecting Your Startup Pitch

In "The 5-Minute Pitch," Dr. Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA, outlines the core elements of a successful five-minute startup pitch. This episode provides  essential insights into crafting an effective pitch and slide deck to attract investors and propel your startup forward.

Founder Story: Navigating the Path to Exit

In "Founder Story: Navigating the Path to Exit," Dr. Hubert Zajicek interviews Panna Sharma, President and CEO of Lantern Pharma. Lantern Pharma leverages A.I., machine learning, and genomics to transform the cost, pace, and timeline of oncology drug discovery and development.
This episode explores Sharma's journey through the complexities of the healthcare industry and entrepreneurship, leading to a successful exit that transformed Lantern Pharma into a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: LTRN). From the company's inception to its growth and eventual exit, listeners will gain valuable insights into Sharma's entrepreneurial vision, strategic decision-making, and the challenges he overcame along the way.

Accelerators Vs. Incubators: Which One Fits your Startup?

Hubert Zajicek, MD, MBA, explains the differences between accelerators and incubators, and which aligns best with a startup's needs. Through expert insights and examples, listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the benefits and support systems of each program, including Health Wildcatters, a mentor-driven seed-startup accelerator. This episode is a valuable resource for founders and listeners seeking guidance on selecting the right program to accelerate their growth and success.