Medtech Crossroads: Global Founders Meet Indiana Innovation

Join Plug And Play Indiana and Launch Fishers for an afternoon dedicated to the future of healthcare technology.

This special Medtech Focus Day marks the Indiana debut for Plug And Play's Batch 5 cohort of international founders. As they travel from across the globe to explore the Hoosier State's thriving life sciences ecosystem, we invite local investors, industry leaders, and innovators to join us for a deep dive into the business of Medtech.

From navigating complex capital stacks to witnessing rapid-fire pitches from world-class startups, this event is designed to spark high-value connections and provide actionable insights into the current funding landscape.

As our global founders touch down in the "Crossroads of America," they are entering one of the most concentrated and successful Life Sciences hubs in the world.

• The $1B Commitment: As of March 2026, the State of Indiana has officially activated a $1 Billion investment fund specifically targeted at life sciences and agritech, with the goal of adding 100,000 high-wage jobs in the sector over the next decade.
• #1 in Medical Product Exports: Indiana remains the top state in the U.S. for life sciences exports ($27B+), outperforming much larger states like California and Massachusetts.
• Medical Device Hub: Indiana is home to over 3,300 life sciences companies, with a massive concentration in medical device manufacturing, fueled by the "Orthopedic Capital of the World" in nearby Warsaw.
• Global Logistics Advantage: With the 2nd largest FedEx hub in the world in Indianapolis, med-device founders can reach 80% of the U.S. and Canadian population within a 24-hour truck drive.
• Talent Density: The average life sciences wage in Indiana has climbed to over $170,000, reflecting a workforce that is increasingly specialized in advanced medical manufacturing and radiopharmaceuticals.

Info: A discussion about non-traditional funding for medtech founders and startups. Moderated by Alyssa Antcliff.

Info: Brief, high-impact introductions to Plug and Play's visiting Batch 5 Medtech cohort startups.

Info: Fuel up and connect with founders and local ecosystem partners. Lunch provided.

Info: Moderated by Jason Bork.

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