Springboard Enterprises Announces 2024 Women’s Health Innovation Council
December 12, 2023
Springboard Enterprises, a leader in fostering women-led innovation in health and technology, is excited to announce the formation of its inaugural Women’s Health Innovation Council. This Council is dedicated to accelerating investable women-led companies in women’s health.
Comprised of a diverse group of industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts, the Council collaborates to support and advance strategic development, operations, and access to funding by its cohort companies. Council members provide expert guidance, networking opportunities, and other resources, in addition to participating in Springboard workshops, webinars and industry events.
“As reported by SVB last week, over the last five years, women’s health ventures have seen an impressive 314% growth since 2018, a notable contrast to the 28% increase in overall healthcare investment. We are incredibly honored to help pave the way for a brighter future for women’s health and proud of the group we have assembled for our Women’s Health Innovation Council. We are excited to be at the forefront of helping entrepreneurs in women’s health create a substantial impact.” said Natalie Buford-Young, CEO of Springboard Enterprises
Springboard Enterprises has a long history of supporting women entrepreneurs through their powerful network of key industry executives. Leading women’s health companies such as AOA Dx, Rosy Wellness, Celmatix and others, have participated in the Springboard program and have become noteworthy figures in women’s health.
Investors are increasingly acknowledging the untapped potential within women’s health, recognizing a broad spectrum of opportunities. Springboard aims to provide the necessary guidance and support to empower entrepreneurs, ensuring they have the resources required to raise capital and successfully bring their products to market.
2024 council members include:
Abby Milloy, VP Value-based Solutions Strategy and Planning @ Elevance Health
Alisa Wilson, Managing Director, West Life Sciences Lead @ Accenture
Amanda Gorman, Founder @Nest Collaborative
Andrea Linna, Partner @Wilson Sonsini
Aurora Archer, CEO and Founder @The Opt In
Ayelet Hargash, Head of US Commercial Operations @Virility Medical
Bethany Hills Grois, Partner @DLA Piper
Brenda Schmidt, Head of Strategic Growth and Innovation @Redesign Health
Brittany Barreto, Founder@Fem Tech Focus
Candace Nagaraja, Senior Engagement Manager and Women’s Health Lead@LEK Consulting
Gloria Vanderham, CEO @Bliss Bio
Jennifer Friel Goldstein, Head of Startup Banking, Business Development and Strategic Initiatives @Silicon Valley Bank
Jennifer Lee, Board Director, Investor and CEO
Jhaymee Tynan, Principal, Healthcare Services @Korn Ferry
Jillian Levovitz, Healthcare Startup CEO and Advisor
Jodi Neuhauser, Founder and CEO @In Women’s Health
Kate Liebelt, Executive in Residence, Springboard Enterprises
Kate Wolin, Partner @Pace Healthcare Capital
Lisa Davidson, EVP and Lead, Client Services and Global Business Development@Bliss Bio
Madeleine Livingston, Director of Strategic Partnerships @Thirty Madison
Mamta Elias, Head of Product Strategy @Caire
Maura Dickler, VP Global Product Development, Breast and Gynecologic Cancers @Genentech
Meghan Doyle, CEO and Co-founder @Partum Health
Michele Schimmel, Integrated Marketing and Communications Executive
Mitzi Krockover, Femtech Investor, Golden Seeds
Rachel Braun Scherl, Co-founder, Managing Partner and Chief Vagipreneur @SPARK Solutions for Growth
Sarah Qian, Marketing and Growth Advisor
Sheila Shah, Managing Director, Partner and Digital Health Lead @LEK Consulting
Shilpa Patel, Managing Director, Innovation and Product Strategy @American College of Cardiology
About Springboard Enterprises
Springboard’s mission is to accelerate the growth of women-led entrepreneurial companies through access to essential resources and a global community of experts. We are a leading network of industry experts, investors, and innovators dedicated to building companies at scale led by women who are transforming industries in technology, life sciences and healthcare. Since 2000, over 890+ Springboard portfolio companies seeking investment and human capital for product development and expansion have created over $39.1B in value. With 225 exits to strategic acquirers, 27 IPOs, and 10 Unicorns, Springboard Entrepreneurs are transforming industries. spingboardenterprises.org
