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04/16/2026

If your work depends on persuading scientists, clinicians or technical experts, you’ve likely run into challenges navigating what actually influences their decision-making.

On May 13, join MATTER for a conversation with Hamid Ghanadan, founder and CEO of LINUS and author of Not Buying It: The Art of Selling to Scientists, Doctors, and Other Professional Skeptics.

In conversation with MATTER CEO Steven Collens, Hamid will share a proven framework for influencing highly discerning audiences — drawn from three decades of experience in complex scientific markets. They will explore what actually drives behavior change and how to apply these insights across healthcare and life sciences.

Reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/4cpa1B6

FYI: Be sure to register and get there early as the first 50 attendees to arrive will receive a free copy of Not Buying It.

04/02/2026

Earlier diagnosis, better access and stronger support can change how people experience diabetes care.

MATTER is partnering with Beyond Type 1 to launch the 2026 Beyond Barriers Innovation Accelerator, providing up to $50,000 in grant funding along with mentorship and support.

We are seeking organizations working on:
- Earlier and more accurate diagnosis
- Reducing stigma
- Expanding access to care and education
- New technologies and care models

If you are building solutions that improve outcomes for people impacted by diabetes, we encourage you to apply.

Apply by April 28: https://bit.ly/4bNRdMT

03/03/2026

Last chance to apply!

Applications for the 2026 AbbVie Foundation Health Equity Accelerator close March 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CT.

This 10-week program provides nonprofit organizations with mentorship, resources and funding to scale proven solutions that increase access to care in U.S. communities.

Apply now: https://bit.ly/4cJ5ziz

01/22/2026

Next week, on Wednesday, January 28, join us and VSP Global Innovation Center for the fourth installment in our "Lens Into the Future" virtual event series.

The discussion will explore how the rise of clinician content creators is reshaping the patient journey, influencing how people evaluate health information and redefining credibility in digital spaces. At the event, you’ll hear from an experienced group of healthcare leaders, providers and content creators, including:

▪ Dr. Natalie Davis, chief medical officer, PreventScripts
▪ Dr. Owais Durrani, emergency medicine physician, Memorial Hermann Health System
▪ Eris Hanson-Cooper, founder and CEO, GenWell
▪ Dr. Hillary Lin, co-founder and CEO, Care Core
▪ Dr. Brianna Rhue, optometrist, co-founder and CEO, Dr. Contact Lens

Zachary Poll, ecosystem principal at the VSP Global Innovation Center, will moderate the conversation.

Register here: https://bit.ly/4b9eY21

01/20/2026

Last week, we hosted a thoughtful and energizing conversation with Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel around his new book, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life.

The conversation covered what evidence actually tells us about living longer, healthier and more meaningful lives. From food and exercise to social connection and purpose, the discussion reinforced that living a long and healthy life doesn't require unnecessary complexity or perfectionism, but nailing the basics: sleep well, exercise, keep learning, build social connections — and don’t be afraid, on occasion, to eat dessert.

Thank you to Dr. Emanuel for sharing his perspective with wisdom and clarity, and thank you to everyone who joined us in person.

Watch a recording of the event here: https://bit.ly/4pOOBCc

01/05/2026

Next week, join us in-person at MATTER as we welcome Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, an oncologist and world leader in health policy and bioethics, to discuss his new book, Eat Your Ice Cream: Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life.

Attend this event to hear how, drawing on decades of scholarship and clinical experience, Dr. Emanuel has distilled longevity science into a set of clear rules to live by: sleep well, exercise, keep learning, build social connections — and don’t be afraid, on occasion, to eat dessert.

Then, after the discussion, enjoy ice cream and networking.

Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4am5XCg

12/03/2025

Next week, join MATTER and KOSME for the 2025 U.S. Market Validation Study Program showcase — celebrating six years of collaboration supporting Korean healthcare entrepreneurs entering the U.S. market.

The event will begin with a fireside chat on how real-world validation advances new technologies and how academic medical centers evaluate and adopt emerging innovations. The conversation features Dr. Jamie Dwyer, assistant vice president for clinical research and director of the Utah Data Coordinating Center at University of Utah Health, and Sharon Markman MHA, executive director, clinical excellence innovation and engagement at UChicago Medicine.

Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4auvWHw

11/19/2025

On Tuesday, December 9, join us and the Korea Small-Medium Enterprises and Startups Agency to hear from five cutting-edge Korean health tech companies, including AIT STUDIO, Ainex Corporation, DFIX, Gencurix, Inc. and Soombit AI.

At the virtual event, you'll hear how the 2025 U.S. Market Validation Study Program helped the five companies validate clinical, technical and business elements of their solution by working with established health system partners.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3LKHJY3

11/13/2025

If you’ve ever been to HLTH, you know it’s equal parts inspiration and information overload. Thousands of people talking about what’s next in healthcare — but what’s actually driving impact?

On November 19, join MATTER and VSP Global Innovation Center for a virtual conversation with a panel of leaders and innovators who will share what they saw, heard and learned at HLTH. Panelists will include:

▪ Santosh Mohan, Vice President, Innovation Ecosystem and Emerging Technologies, Advocate Health
▪ Jenn Scanlon, Manager, Innovation Solutions & Services, CareQuest Innovation Partners
▪ Kevin Wathey, Founder & CEO, Baseline
▪ Ellen Knapp, Senior Intelligence Analyst, CB Insights

Zachary Poll, ecosystem principal at the VSP Global Innovation Center, will moderate the virtual conversation.

Register here: https://bit.ly/3M0YApu

11/04/2025

On December 2, MATTER is thrilled to welcome Dr. John Whyte, CEO of the American Medical Association, for a conversation on the importance of physician leadership in harnessing the power of health technology to improve care quality and outcomes.

The event will be moderated by Steven Collens, CEO of MATTER.

We hope you can join us in person or via live stream for this can't-miss discussion.

Reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/3WEg2T8

10/30/2025

Generative AI is transforming how people discover brands, products and information.

Next week, join MATTER and Public Communications Inc., an award-winning, purpose-driven public relations firm, for a workshop on the shift to generative search optimization and how startups can leverage earned media and authoritative sources to gain critical visibility and preference in AI results.

Attendees will gain practical insights on how to improve visibility through proven generative engine optimization strategies.

Register here: https://bit.ly/476igR7

10/28/2025

Opioid use disorder is a significant public health crisis, affecting more than 9 million adults across the United States.

On November 3, Caroline Pearson, executive director of Peterson Health Technology Institute, will join us for a webinar on their report evaluating digital solutions designed to enhance treatment retention and expand access to care for opioid use disorder.

Register here: https://bit.ly/475ZcCv

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