June @ Smith+Nephew

an invite-only event series

Join an exclusive community of MedTech enterprise managers, investors, and startup founders. Enjoy a dynamic afternoon featuring:

  • Panel discussion
  • Innovation Showcase
  • Networking Opportunities

📅 Date: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Time: 01:00 PM – 05:00 PM EDT
📍 Location: at Smith+Nephew

Panel discussion: Digital Biomarkers

A panel discussion featuring leaders from MedTech enterprises.

  • Digital therapeutics
  • Clinical trials
  • Companion diagnostics
  • Regulatory pathways (e.g. FDA, EMA)
  • Post-market surveillance

Panel speakers:

Innovation Showcase

A pitch competition of selected digital health startups, with concepts judged by industry leaders from strategic enterprises.

Current and Previous Professional Partners:

Judging Panel:

Pitching Startups:

Meet your hosts

From design and development to testing and project management, we build end-to-end technology solutions for MedTech corporate innovators and startups. SaMD, AI/ML, Federated learning, Cloud, Mobile, IoMT, Embedded & hardware, Cybersecurity, penetration testing, QA/RA, V&V, Human Factors, UX, UI & brand design, Compliance: FDA, MDR, ISO, HE75

Co-host

Smith+Nephew is a British multinational medical technology company headquartered in Watford, specializing in products that repair, regenerate, and replace soft and hard tissue. The company develops and manufactures advanced medical devices across areas such as orthopaedics, sports medicine, and wound management, serving healthcare providers in over 100 countries. Founded in 1856, it is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is part of the FTSE 100, with a strong global presence and focus on innovation in patient care. 

Casey Dong is a corporate strategy and M&A professional with extensive cross-border deal experience in MedTech and CPG industry. She has led and executed high-profile transactions, including the $300M acquisition of Cartiheal, Whirlpool’s strategic exit from Asia, and the $3B acquisition of InSinkErator. Her expertise spans deal execution, valuation, and portfolio optimization.

Season Sponsors

Drive innovation and accelerate growth by entrusting your HR needs to seasoned experts. TriNet specializes in delivering tailored, end-to-end HR solutions designed specifically for the life sciences industry. From workforce management and compliance to payroll, benefits administration, and risk mitigation, our comprehensive services help you stay focused on what matters most—your business.

Join David Edelson and Elena LoBianco at our upcoming event for insightful conversations on the evolving HR landscape and how strategic HR support can empower your organization.

Foley Hoag represents public and private clients in a wide range of disputes and transactions. Founded in 1943, we have grown into a unique international firm that blends innovation, deep knowledge and superior legal skill. We are well known for our commitment to helping clients achieve their desired results across a broad spectrum of legal matters and industries.

Communication partners

Agenda:

  • 01:00 pm: Registration, networking
  • 02:00 pm: Innovation showcase
  • 03:00 pm: Panel discussion
  • 04:00 pm: Networking
  • 05:00 pm: End of event