Revolutionizing Heart Health: The Kardium Journey

Kevin Chaplin, CEO of Kardium, shares the compelling story of Kardium’s evolution in atrial fibrillation therapy. Founded in 2007, Kardium has become a leader in cardiac care with its innovative Globe® Mapping and Ablation System. Kevin discusses key milestones, including significant funding achievements (including $104 million in June 2024), expanding manufacturing, and preparing for commercialization in Europe. This session offers valuable insights into the challenges and breakthroughs that have shaped Kardium’s journey, providing a glimpse into the future of cardiac care. View recording (registration required).

Lessons from the Trenches: What Founders Wish They Knew Sooner

Tim Botham, Andrew Talbot, and Andre Marziali from Aqua Mergers + Acquisitions share hard-earned insights from the world of high-tech M&A. With a rich background in executive roles across high-tech companies, they discuss the essential lessons that MedTech founders need to know. Learn how to strategically position your company, prepare for a successful exit, and navigate complex negotiations.  View recording (registration required).

From Scrappy Startup to Trailblazer: How Redlen is Revolutionizing CT Imaging

Jim Balcom and Glenn Bindley recount the Redlen Technologies journey from a startup to a leader in CT imaging. Learn about the challenges they overcame, their innovative solutions, and the pivotal acquisition by Canon Inc. This session offers a unique look at the dedication and ingenuity behind Redlen’s success. View recording (registration required).

Human Factors – They did what?? Case studies in how to avoid expensive usability errors

Human factors experts, Virginia Lang, President and Chief Scientist, HirLan, Inc., and Kate Dobson, StarFish Medical Senior Human Factors Engineer, present lessons learned and case studies in avoiding costly usability issues through a disciplined approach to Human Factors Engineering. View Webinar Recording.

Navigating Complex Discussions with Regulators

Delve into strategic perspectives with regulatory experts, Golddy Kaur, a veteran in MedTech leadership and President of MedTech Regulatory Strategist Inc., and Shifra Hoch, a seasoned regulatory affairs consultant. Gain insights into effectively managing regulatory challenges and leveraging them as catalysts for growth and success. View Webinar Recording.

Predicting the success of life science startups

Mickey Urdea, founder and partner of Halteres Associates, takes an in-depth look at 150 life science startups over a period of 10 years and pinpoints the factors that predict whether a startup will succeed. View recording of Mickey’s presentation at Medical Device Playbook Newport Beach 2024.

The Venture Factory

Amr Salahieh, serial entrepreneur and founder of Sadra Medical and Shifamed holds over 100 patents and a 20-year history of taking med-device companies from start-up to exit.  Amr will share his hard-earned insights on automating the pre-commercial exit as a strategy for high-value startups. View recording of Amr’s presentation at Medical Device Playbook Newport Beach 2024.

Competing with Giants

Don’t miss the Spinal Kinetics story! Tom Afzal, CEO and Founder of ACTIVAS Orthopedics, shares his remarkable journey from launching a new product into a space with a formidable corporate competitor, including navigating through funding, FDA interactions, IP litigation, commercialization, board dynamics, M&A, and the battle for survival. View recording of Tom’s presentation at Medical Device Playbook Newport Beach 2024.