Mission

Our mission is to catalyze entrepreneurship to improve health outcomes through preventive and inclusive innovation.

We need a transformation in our healthcare system. Currently, 60% of the adult population in the United States suffers from at least one chronic condition. Issues such as obesity, diabetes, and mental health disorders not only cause personal suffering but also impact the nation’s productivity and overall well-being. Furthermore, these conditions account for a staggering 90% of the $4.5 trillion spent annually on healthcare in the country.

The prevalence of these chronic health issues has steadily increased over the past two decades, and projections indicate that this trend will continue. The traditional healthcare model, which predominantly emphasizes therapeutics and downstream interventions, is inadequate and inequitable in addressing the complexity of these conditions. To truly make an impact, we must shift our focus to the systemic root causes, including food and nutrition, climate and environmental factors, health literacy and misinformation, and inequities in healthcare access. These vital factors, historically overlooked in healthcare innovations, must now be prioritized to create sustainable solutions for our communities.

Data show that innovations targeting these systemic issues lead not only to significant improvements in health outcomes but also to substantial cost savings for the healthcare system. Furthermore, emerging trends such as value-based care, the consumerization of healthcare, and advancements in artificial intelligence and digital technologies present new opportunities for upstream interventions. By fostering a culture of collaborative entrepreneurship and innovation, we aim to drive meaningful change in our health innovation ecosystem. Together, we can build a healthier, more equitable future for all.

 Our Principles

Global Mindset. Today's global threats transcend borders, while socioeconomic and political structures, cultural norms, and education levels vary significantly across countries. Our goal is to cultivate leaders with a global mindset who share responsibility for humanity's challenges and appreciate local contexts when crafting solutions. We strive to foster a global network of change-makers.

Open Innovation. We believe that transformative ideas can emerge anywhere, particularly when innovators collaborate across institutions, borders, and disciplines. Our goal is to create a platform that blends physical and virtual environments to foster dynamic exchanges of ideas and resources, all guided by accountability to our mission and results.

Ethical Innovation and Translation. New technologies and venture creation present exciting possibilities but also pose unforeseen risks to society. Our goal is to establish frameworks and foundations for ethical innovation and commercial translation, ensuring that advancements benefit communities while minimizing potential harm. Through this approach, we promote responsible development in the pursuit of progress.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are strategic priorities for our team and network. We focus on educating and supporting entrepreneurs to integrate DEI principles not only in building their organizations but also in shaping the impact of their offerings. Our aim is to foster more inclusive and equitable business practices.

Partnerships and Ecosystem. Addressing global challenges and advancing technologies from discovery to scale demands systems thinking and strong partnerships among diverse stakeholders. We strive to serve as a hub for academics, entrepreneurs, policy-makers, investors, philanthropists, NGOs, and industry leaders, supporting entrepreneurs throughout their ideas-to-impact journey. Together, we can drive meaningful change.

Balancing Sustainability and Impact. As a role model in the for-purpose business paradigm, we assess our success through both financial and impact performance metrics. In our strategy, programs, and investment decisions, we set goals and hold ourselves accountable for achieving positive social, environmental, and financial outcomes, ensuring that sustainability and impact are at the forefront of our mission.