Brisbane Economic Development Agency has partnered with US-based investment facilitator Life Science Nation (LSN) to help connect ten (10) local ventures with global partners for capital, joint product collaboration, and licensing distribution opportunities.
Program at-a-glance
Each module will have specific content, real world exercises, and training on how to utilise tools to support the success of a global fund-raising campaign. Participants will also benefit from the expertise of global MedTech giants such as Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic and local mentorship of McCullough Robertson, Life Science Queensland, University of Queensland, UniQuest, QUT and other leading MedTech companies and funders.
The accelerator will culminate with the opportunity to pitch to international investors during JP Morgan Health Week in San Francisco USA. The application process is competitive for the ten (10) seats aligned to the cohort.
Key dates
- Applications close: now closed
- Accelerator Syllabus: October - November 2023
- Global Pitch Forum: January 2024
- Aftercare: January 2024 - December 2026
Investor Pitch Challenge
What you will learn and access
Global fundraising campaign (10 x two-hour modules - Virtual)
Develop capability in global brand building and learn how to create messaging for funding success. Develop the skills and relationships to access a global alliance network.
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Strategic framework of success for a global campaign.
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Branding and messaging strategy to secure strategic investment – from tagline, elevator pitch, one-page tear sheet, executive summary, and pitch deck.
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Understanding of the competitive global landscape to communicate your unique business story and develop a compelling narrative that will aid you in opening doors on your partnering journey to secure capital, distribution, and talent.
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Funding trend insights from global giants such as Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic and Stryker.
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Advice and insights from leading national and global regulatory (TGA and FDA) and intellectual property experts.
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Targeted network of global alliances for future partnerships – investors, collaborators, and licensees.
Securing Strategic Partners (One day intensive)
Attend a Global Investor Pitch Readiness and Shark Tank with a global partner (Physical attendance required in San Francisco, USA).
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Intensive 1:1 pitch readiness coaching and preparation for investor forums and roundtables
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Learnings and insights of an investment journey from global entrepreneurs
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Participation in a “Shark Tank” session with feedback from global leading investors
Investor Pitch Forum (Multi-day conference)
Attend JP Morgan Health week 2024 in San Francisco and participate in the pitch forum (Physical attendance required in San Francisco, USA).
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Pitch session with active, domain-specific, early-stage investors.
Aftercare
Ongoing support following your participation in the MedTech accelerator program.
- Three (3) year aftercare, including biannual one- on- one sessions and quarterly check ins to progress key actions items and to capture annual growth impacts.
- Access to key Government representatives and Industry associations to support and expedite scale ambitions.
- Membership to the alumni network of growth focused MedTech companies.
- Amplification and promotional activities, networking and industry-focused programs and content
2022 Brisbane MedTech Cohort
Testimonials
"The city has a highly skilled workforce, stable regulatory frameworks, and manufacturing capability. “You don’t find that in many places, and it gives investors comfort. If you’re an innovator with an idea in biotech and MedTech, you couldn’t be in a better place.”
Vaxxas Chief Executive Officer David Hoey.
“Brisbane is a fantastic place to seed and grow MedTech companies, with access to major hospital networks, world class research facilities, top tier university talent and the outstanding lifestyle that Brisbane affords.”
Microba Chief Executive Officer Dr Luke Reid.
