Project Medtech

Episode 240 | Panel Discussion at Ohio VC Fest | AI-Driven Healthcare: The Heartland Advantage

This special episode of the podcast is a recording of a panel discussion that took place at the 2025 Ohio VC Fest powered by @JumpStart Inc. entitled "AI-Driven Healthcare: The Heartland Advantage." Panelists include Michael Dalton (CEO & Founder at @Ovatient), Kaleigh Gallagher (VP of Tech Services & Network Management at @JumpStart), Matthew Zenker (Director of Tech Partnerships & Investments at @University Hospitals Ventures), Jennifer Owens (Senior AI Program Administrator at @Cleveland Clinic), and moderated by Duane Mancini. The conversation dives into the rapidly-growing AI-driven healthcare innovation in the Midwest, exploring the unique advantages the region faces. The discussion covers various topics including talent acquisition, clinical validation, partnerships with healthcare systems, and the role of data in accelerating growth. * Michael Dalton LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelrdalton/] * Kaleigh Gallagher LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gallagherkaleigh/] * Matthew Zenker LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-zenker-b4ba806/] * Jennifer Owens LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferleighowens/] * JumpStart Inc. Website [https://jumpstartinc.org/] * Duane Mancini LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanemancini/] * Project Medtech Website [https://www.projectmedtech.com/] * Project Medtech LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-medtech/?viewAsMember=true]

Episode 239 | Holly Cotter, Co-Founder of indieMedTech | Building Community & Innovation in Medtech

In this episode, Duane Mancini chats with Holly Cotter, a seasoned regulatory quality and clinical consulting expert in MedTech and co-founder of indieMedTech. Holly discusses the inception of indieMedTech, a platform designed to support MedTech professionals, especially independent consultants and startups, with a robust community and marketplace. The conversation delves into Holly's background in biomedical engineering, her hands-on experiences with regulatory submissions, quality management, and clinical trials, and the significance of community and networking within the MedTech space. * Holly Cotter LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-cotter-rac-rcc-mdr-95550857/] * indieMedTech Website [https://indiemedtech.com/] * Duane Mancini LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanemancini/] * Project Medtech Website [https://www.projectmedtech.com/] * Project Medtech LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-medtech/?viewAsMember=true]

Episode 238 | Allison Komiyama, Founder of Bluestocking Health | From the FDA to Regulatory Consultant to Medtech Entrepreneur

In this episode, Duane Mancini interviews Allison Komiyama, a former FDA reviewer turned successful entrepreneur, who shares her journey from her early passion for biology, through her academic achievements in molecular cell biology and neuroscience, to landing a role at the FDA. She recounts the challenges and lessons learned starting her own regulatory consulting business and scaling it to a successful acquisition. The conversation delves into her latest venture, Bluestocking Health, a medtech hype company aimed at educating the public and professionals about medical technology. They discuss the importance of understanding the FDA’s role, navigating the complexities of bringing new tech to market, and the significance of promoting and celebrating medtech innovations. * Allison Komiyama LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/allisonkomiyama/] * Bluestocking Health LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluestocking-health/] * Bluestocking Health Website [https://www.bluestocking.health/] * “Your Life Depends on It” Book by Talya Miron-Shatz, PhD [https://talyamironshatz.com/your-life-depends-on-it/] * Duane Mancini LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanemancini/] * Project Medtech Website [https://www.projectmedtech.com/] * Project Medtech LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-medtech/?viewAsMember=true]

Episode 237 | Tino Chow, Giant Shoulders & Lindsey Dinneen, Project Medtech | Building Authentic Relationships & Memorable Pitches

In this episode, Duane Mancini, Tino Chow, and Lindsey Dinneen dive into the intricacies of pitching, focusing on both the technical and emotional aspects. The conversation highlights the importance of authenticity, building relationships, and the critical role a cohesive and credible team plays in attracting investors. They share strategies for maintaining consistency across your brand and various pitching scenarios, whether it's a pitch competition or casual networking. * Tino Chow LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tinochow/] * Giant Shoulders Website [https://gs.agency/] * Lindsey Dinneen LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseydinneen/] * Duane Mancini LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanemancini/] * Project Medtech Website [https://www.projectmedtech.com/] * Project Medtech LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-medtech/?viewAsMember=true]

Episode 236 | Amy Rinaldo, Partner at Ward Law Office | Bridging IP, Branding, and Compliance for Medtech Innovators

In this episode, Duane Mancini sits down with Amy Rinaldo, Partner at Ward Law Office, to discuss the strategic intricacies of intellectual property in the medtech industry. Amy shares her extensive experience in patent and trademark law, exploring the intersection of IP strategy with regulatory compliance and commercialization. The conversation covers the importance of comprehensive IP planning, the nuances of patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets, as well as global IP considerations for medtech startups. * Amy Rinaldo LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyrinaldo/] * Ward Law Office Website [https://wardpatent.com/] * Duane Mancini LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/duanemancini/] * Project Medtech Website [https://www.projectmedtech.com/] * Project Medtech LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/project-medtech/?viewAsMember=true]