The Health Innovation Playbook: From Breakthrough Ideas to Real-World Impact
Health innovation is one of the most exciting and honestly, one of the most complex spaces to build in. Unlike many industries, healthcare startups must navigate regulation, funding, adoption, and trust all at once.
This panel brings together voices from across the healthcare entrepreneurship ecosystem to unpack what it really takes to move ideas from research and innovation into real-world impact. Whether you're building in health tech, exploring the startup world, or curious about how research becomes real solutions, this conversation is designed to be practical, honest, and interactive.
🎟 Your ticket includes one drink from the venue’s menu.
🎤 Panel Speakers
Alexander Skinner is transforming the healthcare landscape by scaling AI products that bridge the gap between complex tech and real-world operations at AlayaCare.
Alexandra Piatkowski is Founder & CEO of Piat Public Health. An epidemiologist and strategist focused on bridging health innovation with real community needs through engagement, evaluation, and people-centred design.
David Li is Vanier Scholar and Biomedical Engineering PhD candidate at the University of Toronto. Member of the Investment Team at Front Row Ventures and Scientific Consultant at Bloom Burton & Co.
Facilitator : Alejandra Featherston-Rajcic Facilitating the bridge between data and care. UofT MHI with research roots at SickKids and St. Michael’s.
📅 Agenda
☕️ Doors Open & Community Networking
🎙 Panel Discussion + Audience Q&A
🤝 Open Networking & Conversations
👥 Who should attend: Founders, aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs, healthcare professionals, operators, investors, students, and community collaborators interested in building meaningful health innovation.
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Venue Partner : We’re proud to host our event at BRANDOR COFFEE. Beyond the beautiful space, they’ll be serving up their signature amazing beverages to keep us energized.🍵
*All registrations are final and non-refundable.