Health Tech Showcase: Beyond the Medical Mile

Grand Rapids is know as the home of the Medical Mile—but what about its rising health tech startups?

Join us for a founder-led showcase featuring Grand Rapids-based companies like SxanPro, The Patient Company, Mentavi Health, and Root Functional Medicine as they share insights from their entrepreneurial journeys and the realities of scaling in the health tech space.

After the panel, stick around for rooftop networking with emerging health tech startups and regional leaders.

MODERATOR

Matt Okoneski is the Director of Venture Investments at the MSU Research Foundation, where he oversees investments through Red Cedar Ventures and Michigan Rise. He brings broad technical experience across the life science and biomedical sectors, including roles in project management, new product planning, market and industry analysis, FDA compliance, clinical education, and R&D. His background spans medical devices, in-vitro diagnostics, and pharmaceuticals. Matt holds an M.S. in Medicinal Chemistry from the University of Michigan College of Ph*rm*cy.

ORGANIZER

The MSU Research Foundation supports the Michigan State University ecosystem with resources that increase the impact of research and innovation. The Foundation achieves its mission through grant programs that contribute over $15 million annually to the University, entrepreneurial programming and early-stage investments that accelerate technology transfer and startup growth throughout Michigan, and environments where startup businesses and collaborators can thrive. The Foundation's work is made possible through its stewardship of a flexible and sustainable endowment, nourished by over 50 years of licensing revenues and investment returns. Learn more about the MSU Research Foundation and its impact at msufoundation.org.

Host or Publisher MSU Foundation