LA Venture Association Korea Health Event

​About the Event

​The Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA), together with the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles, is proud to present the Global LAVA: Korea Live Pitch & Networking Event 2025.

​This special evening will showcase 10 leading Korean health tech startups, pitching directly to the Cedars-Sinai Accelerator and Cedars-Sinai Fund, alongside other top healthcare investors, VCs, and industry experts in Los Angeles.

​The program is designed to bridge the Korean and Southern California entrepreneurial ecosystems, strengthening cross-border ties, and highlighting new opportunities in global health innovation.

​In Partnership with the Consulate General of Korea in Los Angeles

• ​Focus: Supporting Korean SMEs and startups by fostering global connections, strengthening U.S.–Korea business ties, and promoting cross-border investment opportunities.

• ​Goal: Enhance the visibility and competitiveness of Korean businesses in the U.S. and global markets.

​Featured Companies

​1. GemGem Therapeutics
AI-powered rehabilitation gaming that turns repetitive hand exercises into joyful adventures, achieving 45% conversion and 94.5% renewal rates.

​2. Gunho Kim/Tunable Biosystems
A Caltech spinout developing smart implants for smarter surgeries.

​3. Zenir
The only U.S. scrub company using GRS-certified recycled fabrics with antimicrobial protection and biodegradable packaging for sustainable healthcare uniforms.

​4. B:elix
Wellness brand reimagining Korean black ginseng into portable health products for immune support, energy, and relaxation with sustainable coffee alternatives.

​5. Enlighten Care
"Cura" AI platform automating healthcare scheduling, referrals, and patient outreach with HIPAA-compliant agents that reduce staff workload.

​6. Benilight
Drug-free photobiomodulation therapy devices using red/infrared light for pain relief, enhanced by AI-powered mobile app for personalized treatment.

​7. Cosmo Robotics
Wearable medical exoskeletons for gait rehabilitation and industrial suits improving efficiency for labor-intensive workers across multiple industries.

​8. SHMD
CEREBAND—world's first wearable transcranial Doppler with AI that transforms stroke prevention from hospital testing to real-time monitoring.

​Why Attend

​✅ Hear live 4-minute pitches from 10 innovative health tech founders from Korea
✅ Gain early access to global healthcare investment opportunities
✅ Network with VCs, accelerators, healthcare funds, and industry experts
✅ Be part of a cross-border community shaping the future of health innovation

​For Startups

​This program provides an unparalleled platform to:

• ​Present directly to Southern California investors

• ​Receive valuable feedback and mentorship

• ​Connect in 1:1 networking sessions with handpicked VCs and healthcare leaders

​Please note: only companies selected for this program will have the opportunity to pitch.

​Presented by

​Los Angeles Venture Association (LAVA)
in collaboration with the

​KOSME (GBC-LA)
Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Los Angeles