MedTech Mixer: A Candid Talk on MedTech Fundraising

Join MedTech leaders for a dynamic networking event with a live fundraising fireside chat.

About this Event

An inspiring evening of MedTech networking, featuring a fireside chat on fundraising, designed to connect innovators, investors, and changemakers.

In partnership with the Fischell Institute and the Howard County Economic Development Authority

Date: July 9, 2025

Time: 5:30-8 pm

Location: Maryland Innovation Center (MIC)

Amplify MedTech is thrilled to co-host this exciting MedTech Networking Event to spark ideas, foster collaboration, and fuel innovation across the health tech ecosystem.

Event Highlight:

• A Fundraising Fireside Chat with investors and startups, offering practical fundraising insights

Why You Should Attend:

• Gain real-world insights on MedTech fundraising
• Build meaningful connections with peers and experts
• Explore opportunities for collaboration and growth

Featured Speakers

Dr. Deborah Hemingway
Founder & Managing Partner, Ecphora Capital
Dr. Hemingway leads a top MedTech venture capital firm that has invested $16 million in 11 startups. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare innovation, she specializes in medical device commercialization and early-stage funding.

linkedin.com/in/deborahhemingway

Dr. Liz Clayborne
CEO & Co-Founder, NasaClip
Dr. Clayborne is an Emergency Physician and award-winning entrepreneur who has raised over $4 million for her innovative medical device, NasaClip, designed for nosebleeds. Her impactful work has been featured on CNN, MSNBC, CBSN, and TEDx, where she discusses health equity and the challenges faced by Black female founders.

linkedin.com/in/elizabethpclayborne

Moderator:

Dr. Fehmida Kapadia is an expert in entrepreneurship, business strategy, and technology commercialization. As the Founder and President of Kapamed Consulting and Amplify MedTech, she has guided over 100 startups in their journey to success. With a PhD in Biochemistry and a master’s in Biotechnology Entrepreneurship, Dr. Kapadia specializes in strategic partnerships, fundraising, and biomedical product development.

linkedin.com/in/fehmida

What is Amplify MedTech?

Amplify MedTech is building a collaborative MedTech ecosystem. We aim to drive innovation, foster collaboration, and support the development of groundbreaking healthcare solutions. By connecting entrepreneurs, startups, investors, service providers, economic development agencies, and researchers, Amplify MedTech seeks to revolutionize patient care locally and globally.

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Agenda


🕑: 05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Checkin

🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Fireside Chat

🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Networking - Food and Drinks


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