Anne DeGheest, Managing Director of HealthTech Capital, joins Dr. M. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. Anne discusses her pioneering experience in the health tech industry since 1986 and emphasizes the importance of founders having a flexible mindset to be experimental in learning and adjust accordingly as they develop their products. Anne also describes other attributes of successful entrepreneurial teams as they listen to the voice of the customer, address or create markets, and flex both team and culture as the company grows.

Resources:

• https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bushor.2020.11.001
• https://adegheest.com/

Charles Aunger, founder and CEO of HEAL Security, speaks with Dr. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. They discuss the pressing need for healthcare systems to identify and address vulnerabilities in their systems and devices. Charles shares his extensive experience in IT leadership and underscores the importance of proactive cybersecurity measures and the role of technology in safeguarding healthcare data and infrastructure.

This month, Shanta Whitaker, co-founder and managing director of Continuum Health Group, joins Dr. M. Christine Stock, Managing Director of Medical Affairs at Health2047. Shanta shares her journey from bench scientist to public health policy expert, driven by a desire to make a tangible impact on people's lives. She discusses how Continuum Health Group aims to support organizations in improving population health, addressing health equity gaps, navigating critical issues such as chronic diseases and the impact of artificial intelligence on healthcare.