12 - State Economic Development Meets Research Opportunities, with Nathan Buttrey

12 - State Economic Development Meets Research Opportunities, with Nathan Buttrey

In this episode of the Day 24 podcast, host Eric Thrailkill speaks with Nathan Buttrey, the Director of Innovation at the Tennessee Economic Development Office.  They discuss Nathan's career trajectory, from growing up in Tennessee to his roles in public service and venture capital. Nathan explains the state’s new Office of Innovation, highlighting its goals to recognize, resource, and commit to the innovation economy, particularly in the healthcare sector.  They explore the IRIS grant program, designed to support R&D partnerships between industry and Tennessee research institutes. Nathan emphasizes the importance of listening to understand the needs of various companies and industries, aiming to attract both domestic and foreign direct investment to Tennessee. The conversation underscores Nashville's vibrant healthcare ecosystem and its potential for economic growth through strategic innovation initiatives. Please be sure to rate and review Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation wherever you received your podcasts!

11 - At the Intersection of Healthcare History, Innovation, and Economic Development with Lori Odom

This podcast episode features Eric Thrailkill of the Day 24 podcast in conversation with Lori Odom of the Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce.  The discussion revolves around Lori's journey in economic development and the significance of Nashville's collaborative business culture. They delve into Tennessee's economic development formula and Nashville's ascent as a hub for healthcare and digital health innovation. Lori highlights the strategic relationship between Nashville and West Yorkshire, UK, emphasizing the shared challenges and opportunities for international business collaboration.  The episode concludes with insights on Nashville's strategic economic plans and the role of international partnerships in fostering innovation and growth. Please be sure to rate and review Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation wherever you received your podcasts!

10 - Nurse Innovation with Dr. Bonnie Clipper

In this episode of Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation, host Eric Thrailkill sits down with Dr. Bonnie Clipper—nurse leader, author, and founder of Innovation Advantage. Recorded at HLTH Europe in Amsterdam, Bonnie reflects on her journey from bedside nurse to Chief Nursing Officer to VP of Innovation at the American Nurses Association. She shares how virtual nursing has evolved post-pandemic, how her team empowers hospitals to launch sustainable virtual care programs, and why nurse-led innovation is critical to the future of healthcare. Bonnie also offers sharp insights into AI, trust, and what startups must get right to make a real impact.  Please be sure to rate and review Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation wherever you received your podcasts!

09 - The Knowledge Platform with Declan Kelly and Eolas Medica

Recorded at HLTH Europe in Amsterdam, this Day 24 podcast episode features a conversation with Declan Kelly, a former emergency physician turned software engineer and health tech entrepreneur from Belfast, Northern Ireland. Declan is the founder and CEO of Eolas Medical, a company providing site-specific, AI-powered knowledge management tools for clinicians at the point of care. Declan shares his journey from clinical practice to software development, driven by the recurring challenge clinicians face: accessing trusted, accurate, and institution-specific medical knowledge in real time during patient care. What began as a side project turned into a rapidly adopted platform, now used by over 500 hospitals and physician practices.  Originally a text- and video-based knowledge management platform, Eolas evolved with the emergence of large language models (LLMs) .  Today, it offers agentic document extraction, combining generative AI, predictive analytics, and computer vision. Unique feature: visual grounding allows clinicians to see exactly where an AI-generated answer came from within a guideline using bounding boxes - boosting trust and transparency. Eolas Medical is developing an API that integrates with ambient scribe tools and EHRs, enabling real-time retrieval of internal and external guidelines during patient documentation. The platform supports use cases ranging from emergency care to oncology and pediatrics, with a special emphasis on speed, accuracy, and adherence to local clinical guidelines. Eolas is now focused on scaling in the U.S., emphasizing a bottom-up, department-first distribution strategy.  The company has strong ties to the Catalyst innovation hub in Belfast and is building bridges with innovation ecosystems like Nashville. Declan sees the next wave of innovation after ambient documentation tools as AI-ready knowledge bases. He distinguishes Eolas from others by focusing on internal, institution-specific protocols, rather than general medical research. Please be sure to rate and review Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation wherever you received your podcasts!

08 - On-Demand Support, On-Time Care: Jennifer Sargent of Pacify.

In this episode of Day24, host Eric Thrailkill welcomes Jennifer Sargent, CEO of Pacify, captured at ViVE in Nashville in February 2025.  Jennifer shares insights into the integration of technology and human-driven services, emphasizing Pacify's commitment to enhancing women's health and parental support. Discussing the intersection of technology with healthcare, Jennifer notes, "To really drive care meaningfully, you have to have both technology and people together. That's what really makes the impact."  The discussion covers her journey through the healthcare industry, her transition to Pacify, and the significant role of technology in advancing primary care and maternal support. She elaborates on the evolution of doula services, stating, "As Medicaid, as a leader and innovator in doula access... started requiring reimbursement for doula services, that really started to change the landscape of doula care."  Jennifer also touches on the challenges and opportunities within the doula and lactation consulting sectors, highlighting how Pacify's model supports both service providers and clients by merging technology with personalized care, ultimately striving to enhance the maternal experience and reduce healthcare disparities. Please be sure to rate and review Day24: Where Healthcare Meets Exponential Innovation wherever you received your podcasts!