Join us on October 3rd to explore the distinctive attributes that position Nebraska as an ideal MedTech hub. Innovate Nebraska will be an enlightening day filled with engaging TED Talk-Style presentations and captivating keynote talks, all centered around the state's thriving MedTech innovation ecosystem. Discover the remarkable opportunities and resources that set Nebraska apart in medical technology.
10:30 A.M. | Check-In Opens |
11:00 A.M. | Welcome and Introduction to Innovate in Nebraska |
11:20 - 12:00 P.M. | Opening Keynote Allen Fredrickson, Founder and CEO, Signature Performance |
12:00 – 12:45 P.M. | Lunch |
12:45 – 1:00 P.M. | Presentation by Bio NE and UNeMed |
1:00 – 1:20 P.M. | TED Talk Erica Wassinger, Proven Ventures – “Untapped Opportunities” |
1:20 – 1:35 P.M. | TED Talk Alexi Wellman, Altaba – “Ask for Forgiveness not Permission" |
1:35 – 2:15 P.M. | Featured Speaker Ryan Wheeler, Cylerity - "What Makes a Better Investor?" |
2:15 – 2:35 P.M. | TED Talk Michael Hollins - iExcel Matt Kriefels - Streck |
2:35 – 2:55 P.M. | Break, Interaction with UNMC Core Representatives |
2:55 – 3:05 P.M. | UNMC Core Units Overview Ken Bayles, Vice Chancellor for Research, UNMC |
3:05 – 4:00 P.M. | Closing Keynote Doug Dietz - UNMC Design Thinking Interactive Workshops |
4:00 – 5:30 P.M. | Reception – Sponsored by Bio Nebraska |
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