Explore the Program

Dive into the agenda of HealthTech Connect. From keynotes to investor matchmaking and networking sessions, this program offers valuable insights and opportunities to connect with leaders in digital health.​

Check-In and Welcome Reception
05:30  to  06:00

Guests arrive, check in, and enjoy light refreshments before the event begins. This is a great opportunity to connect informally with other participants. 

Welcome and Presentation of EIT Health InnoStars Initiatives
06:00  to  06:15

Welcome to HealthTech Connect 
Host: Marta Passadouro, EIT Health InnoStars Portugal 
Kick off the evening with a warm welcome and an introduction to EIT Health’s mission to drive innovation in healthcare across Europe. This session will also explore the EIT Health InnoStars initiatives and programs designed to accelerate business creation, foster innovation, and enhance education in digital health, highlighting opportunities for startups, SMEs, and healthcare professionals. 

Speaker:
Marta Passadouro. Ecosystem Lead. EIT Health InnoStars.
Keynote: Designing Portugal's Digital Health Future: Lessons Learned and Opportunities from Germany’s DiGA Experience
06:15  to  06:30

Speaker: Liz Ashall-Payne, CEO of ORCHA 
Delve into the transformative impact of digital health platforms on healthcare delivery and patient outcomes by drawing on valuable lessons from Germany’s DiGA, while also providing a comparative analysis with the Portuguese and UK National Health Service (NHS) systems.  

Speaker:
Liz Ashall‑Payne​​​​. CEO. ORCHA.
Keynote: Federated Cloud-Edge AI: Advancing Data Sovereignty and Competitiveness in the EU Healthtech Industry
06:30  to  06:45

Speaker: Antal Kuthy, CEO & Founder, E-Group ICT Software (tbc) 
Discover the future of AI-powered federated cloud-edge solutions and how they are advancing data sovereignty and competitiveness in the European healthtech landscape. 

Basinnov Innovation Award in BioTech
06:45  to  07:00

Host: Vera Moura, Director, Basinnov Life Sciences 
Celebrate outstanding contributions to healthtech innovation with the Basinnov Innovation Award, recognizing the most impactful initiatives within the health sector. 

Speaker:
Vera Moura. Basinnov Life Sciences. Director.
DigiHealth PT EDIH
07:00  to  07:30

Host: Carolina Sampaio Dinis, Innovation Lead, EIT Health InnoStars Portugal 

Learn about the DigiHealth PT EDIH initiative, supporting digital transformation in healthcare. 

  • Presentation of the DigiHealth PT project 

  • Pitching Corner: Selected Startups and SMEs will showcase their solutions 

  • Matchmaking with Investors: Facilitated sessions for startups to connect with potential investors and partners. 

Speaker:
Carolina Sampaio Dinis. Innovation Lead. EIT Health InnoStars.
Networking & Cocktails
07:30  to  08:00

Enjoy networking opportunities while exploring potential collaboration with EIT Health InnoStars partners and EIT Health programs. Make valuable connections, share ideas, and discover how these initiatives are shaping the future of healthcare.