Turning Health Innovation Into Impact
The annual OPEN MINDS Investment Pitch Day will occur on June 10, 2026, at The 2026 OPEN MINDS Strategy & Innovation Institute. Each organization selected to present offers a unique solution to the high-needs consumer marketplace and is looking to accelerate their growth through strategic investments and partnerships. The event will be hosted by Jonathan Evans, Operating Partner at Empactful Capital, Senior Associate at OPEN MINDS, and former Chief Executive Officer of innovaTel Telepsychiatry.
During the event, a panel of investors will evaluate each pitch and will decide a winner based on the solution that they find most investible!
Applications are reviewed by an industry-specific advisory board and scored based on the following criteria:
- Area of focus
- Impact metrics
- Business traction and growth
- Team strength
- Track record
- Potential market impact
All applications to present are due by February 20, 2026.
Prize Package
- OPEN MINDS Press Package
- An OPEN MINDS 2026/2027 Partnership Package
- A Knowledge Partner speaking session at an upcoming 2026 or 2027 institute of your choice
Prize valued at over $40,000!
Attendance for the OPEN MINDS Investment Pitch Day is included in The 2026 OPEN MINDS Strategy & Innovation Institute, June 9-11, 2026. Use the “Register To Attend” button to secure your spot. Space is limited for this competitive opportunity!
Please email edeppen@openminds.com for more information.