Catalyst by Wellstar

Got plans tomorrow? Are you a visionary wanting to innovate in healthcare? We're excited to invite you to the Catalyst by Wellstar Panel at Venture Atlanta on Wednesday, October 9, 2024! Join us for an engaging discussion on Innovating Healthcare: Bridging Clinical Expertise with Entrepreneurial Vision, where C-suite health system leaders, doctors, and founders will share insights on how healthcare innovation is being shaped by those closest to the patients. Expect lively discussions on fostering a culture of risk in healthcare, using clinical expertise to guide investments, and advancing health equity. Whether you're a founder, investor, or industry leader, this panel is for you! Let's shape a healthier, more innovative future together. Date: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024 Panel Time: 11:15 AM - 11:55 AM Venue: Circle Room, Woodruff Arts Center *Take elevator to the third floor since there aren’t stairs. This is an incredible chance to hear from industry leaders like Beth Kost-Woodrow SVP, Chief Compliance Officer, Wellstar Health System & Board Chair, Catalyst by Wellstar Daniel Fortes, MD, MBA, FACS Chief of Thoracic Surgery, Wellstar Health System Snehal Doshi, PharmD, SVP, Ancillary and Support Services and Interim President, Wellstar Paulding Nicole Cook, Founder & CEO,?Alvee The event will be moderated by our very own Patric Rayburn Communications Director & Head of Engagement, Catalyst by Wellstar #VentureAtlanta #HealthcareInnovation #CatalystByWellstar #InnovatingHealthcare #Entrepreneurship Venture Atlanta Conference

The day has finally arrived! This morning, the Catalyst crew John D. Cooper, CFA Lauren Oyster Nasir Wise Patric Rayburn Stefanie Diaz, MBA Anna Edwards Yasho Singh is excited to kick off Venture Atlanta! We can't wait to meet incredible innovators and connect with inspiring people! Come find Table 2 - we're eager to network and chat with you! We're looking forward to an amazing lineup of speakers, engaging in meaningful conversations, and soaking up the energy and insights all around us. Venture Atlanta is the perfect place for innovation to thrive and grow, and we're thrilled to be part of it all. This is the premier venture capital conference that has played a pivotal role in fostering the growth of the Southeast's tech ecosystem. Since its inception, it has supported 843 alumni companies, which have collectively raised $7.7 billion in capital and achieved $17 billion in exits. Every year, the conference attracts over 1,500 attendees, including top founders, investors, and industry leaders. Founded by the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, the Technology Association of Georgia, and the Atlanta CEO Council, Venture Atlanta continues to be a vital platform for connecting founders with potential investors. Let's create new connections, share ideas, and make a lasting impact together! #VentureAtlanta #Catalyst #Innovation #Networking #TechEcosystem Venture Atlanta Conference

Rounding out a jam-packed day, Catalyst was honored to host the Engage Alumni Rise Showcase that highlighted 6 breakthrough startups at the cutting edge of robotics, AI, HR, data and supply chain. Engage is Catalyst’s oldest strategic partner and we are thrilled to be neighbors here in the heart of Atlanta’s tech and innovation ecosystem. Let’s keep building! Showcase Companies ?Fluree, Brian Platz ?GlacierGrid, Manik Suri ?The Mom Project, Penny Queller ?Plural, Damola Ogundipe ?Qualytics, Gorkem Sevinc #Startups #Innovation #CorporateInnovation #VC #VentureCapital Bill Nussey, Blake Patton, Hank Capps, MD FAAFP, John D. Cooper, CFA, Jaimie Clark, Maddie Harper, Taylor Chance, Jack Semrau

We’re so excited to be at the?Intentionally Good Summit Vol. III, where Catalyst is proud to sponsor Goodie Nation's "The Power of Positive Innovation" summit.??As we tackle challenges like AI, economic shifts, and efforts to reverse equity progress, this summit brings together leaders and innovators to build a more inclusive future. We are thrilled to be a part of pivotal conversations about ensuring?equitable opportunities?for all, especially those historically underrepresented in the innovation economy. The Goodie Nation community, alongside founders, investors, startup coaches, tech professionals, and corporate partners, will come together to chart a course toward a more inclusive, thriving future.?The energy and talent here are next level! We’re fostering conversations that will shape a more?inclusive?and?sustainable?innovation ecosystem by 2025, and it's inspiring to see so many brilliant minds coming together to make it happen. Big thanks to the organizers and everyone here for making today so impactful. Let’s keep this momentum going and build a future where everyone can thrive! Full details of Venture Atlanta are here:?https://lnkd.in/eCQEEhg9 #IntentionallyGood #PositiveInnovation #CatalystForChange #InclusionMatters #2025Vision #CatalystForGood #PositiveInnovation #IntentionallyGood #EquityInTech #InclusiveFuture Venture Atlanta Conference Laura Scott, DPT, MBA Goodie Nation Joey Womack Nasir Wise Shea Taylor Aniesia Williams Ed Richardson Elise Lockamy-Kassim

A huge thank you to the 100+ founders, venture and ecosystem partners who rolled into the Catalyst Innovation Center on the Venture Crawl!?We had great vibes, meaningful networking, and the chance to connect with some amazing startups alongside our partners, Engage VC and ATDC.?Portfolio companies RIF Robotics and MetaImpact shared their perspectives on how the Atlanta startup ecosystem has fueled their innovation.???? ? The energy and ideas were inspiring, and it’s events like this that remind us of the exciting future we’re building together. ? Click here for a complete list of opportunities to connect with the Catalyst team throughout Venture Atlanta and InnovATL?https://lnkd.in/evS7ggvm ? #VentureAtlanta #Catalyst #EngageVC #ATDC #StartupCommunity #Innovation #VA2024 #Innovatl. Venture Atlanta Conference Eamonn Allison Engage ATDC RIF Robotics Metaimpact Kevin DeMarco, Ph.D. Bill Nussey Namratha Vedire Jaimie Clark John D. Cooper, CFA Hank Capps, MD FAAFP Patric Rayburn Invesco US Dr. Lepora Flournoy,PCC,SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Prosci,MSSBB, PMP,CSM

Kicking off Venture Atlanta Week with Catalyst! We're thrilled to be part of so many exciting events that are shaping the future of entrepreneurship, tech, and innovation. Below is what we're up to each day. Full details of Venture Atlanta are here: https://lnkd.in/eCQEEhg9 TODAY SUNDAY, OCT 6 Avant South's "Atlanta Forward | 4-8 PM We're joining this inspiring event focused on student entrepreneurship, celebrating the bright future of Atlanta! TOMORROW MONDAY, OCT 7 Avant South | 8 AM - 2 PM Catalyst is sponsoring ACES' Avant South conference, an initiative to propel Atlanta into the top 5 entrepreneurial ecosystems. So many opportunities to connect and grow. Can't wait to see all of you there. Let's go, Atlanta! #VentureAtlanta #Catalyst #VentureAtlanta #VA2024 Venture Atlanta Conference Avant South Donnie Beamer Jr., CFA

?? New Direct Investment! The increasing incidence of breast cancer among young women is a growing concern. Catalyst by Wellstar is thrilled to announce our investment in Gabbi, a pioneering healthcare technology company committed to making late-stage breast cancer a thing of the past. Gabbi focuses on providing timely screenings for women in their twenties and thirties, with a special emphasis on supporting Hispanic and African American women who often face barriers to care. As part of our collaboration, a pilot is in development at Wellstar to enhance access to critical screenings and diagnoses. Together, we can empower young women to prioritize their health and drive early detection. Join us in raising awareness and supporting this essential initiative! #BreastCancerAwareness #Gabbi #Wellstar #WomensHealth

Such a special evening! It’s an honor for Catalyst to be recognized among the finalists at the 2024 Atlanta Startup Awards as Corporate Customer Of The Year, alongside Dell Technologies, Cox Enterprises, JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking and Norfolk Southern. This incredible event, hosted by @StartupAtlanta, celebrates the best and brightest in our city’s startup ecosystem. Let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, Atlanta! Read more: https://spr.ly/6047UPjJL #ATLAwards2024 #StartupAtlanta #InnovationInATL #HealthTech Startup Atlanta

A direct investment of Catalyst, 410 Medical: LifeFlow's device has been praised by Washington D.C. Fire and EMS crews. Over 100 lifesaving on-site blood transfusions have been administered since April to patients who likely wouldn't have made it to the hospital previously. Read the story: https://spr.ly/6045UKDnX #Startups #EMS

We are beyond thrilled to be a finalist in the 2024 Startup Atlanta Awards as Corporate Customer of the Year! We’re honored to be recognized among such inspiring companies. At Catalyst, we combine funding, strategic partnerships, and real-world testing environments by offering access to Wellstar Health System’s comprehensive healthcare network, which includes 11 hospitals and numerous medical and rehabilitation facilities. This allows us to have a unique and pivotal role in advancing healthcare innovation in Atlanta and beyond. A huge congratulations to all the finalists, and a special shoutout to Sig Mosley for receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award! Join us tomorrow, October 1, 2024, at TSQ ATL as we celebrate Atlanta’s innovation, talent, and growth! #ATLAwards2024 #StartupAtlanta #InnovationInATL #Catalyst #HealthTech