Olivia Blanchard is a young and dynamic professional from the French overseas territory, currently based in Slovakia. She specializes in the fields of innovation, technology and economics. Olivia is currently Managing Director of Health Venture Lab, a non-profit organization specializing in the incubation of healthcare startups and the education of healthcare professionals in new technologies. She has previously held various research and consulting positions, as well as liaison interpreting assignments. She holds a master's degree in International Strategies and Diplomacy. A polyglot and liaison interpreter, she is also vice-president of the non-profit educational association Bringing Europeans Together Association Europe (BETA Europe), which is part of a European network. BETA Europe works with young Europeans to foster European identity, understanding of European processes and democratic and civic debate with 17 European and international branches. CONTACT: Olivia.blanchard@hvlab.eu