The REAL Summit

Mental health isn’t just a theme. It’s a white space opportunity where biology, technology, and shifting social attitudes are creating unprecedented investment potential. From precision medicine to #digitalhealth, the landscape is evolving fast. Investors who recognize this shift early will be the ones driving both impact and outsized returns. ?? Join us at THE REAL SUMMIT #London, where leading investors, executives, and innovators are shaping the future of mental health finance. ?? Registration is now open. Limited Spots, RSVP today. ?? https://lnkd.in/gZBXmg9m ??: Haider Akmal from Vaal Investment Partners Shawn Lesser Justine Mana Heather Kelly Nicolas L. Kiep Pascal Joncour Ryan Dermody Nathan Romano Sabine Flechet Daniel Koppelkamm, CFA Joshua Haynes Manoj Panjwani Shivan Bhavnani, CAIA Tadeusz Hawrot Julia Balandina Jaquier Richard Zimmerman #MentalHealth #Finance #FamilyOffices #ImpactInvesting

“We are not just your subjects. We are also subject matter experts.” — Diana Chao, MBA, WAFF Youth Delegate We can’t talk about innovation in mental health without the voices of young people front and center. As the founder of Letters to Strangers, the largest global youth-run nonprofit, Diana shares how to ensure this happens authentically and inclusively. Check out Diana’s powerful insights from this dynamic panel hosted by The REAL Summit and Convergence Partners, and moderated by Vooha Vellanki, Mantra Health’s Chief of Staff, during the 2025 World Economic Forum in Davos! #WeAreFamily

Heading to Boston today – Continuing the Mission and Honoring John Mannix https://lnkd.in/eR9bhqNk This is a picture from an event we did in Nantucket last summer. It was me Kevin Hines Marie Matterazzo Charles H. Finnie and John Mannix It was the last time I saw my friend John. We went to college together and we known each other for over 30 years. John was one of the first supporters of THE REAL and always believed in the mission. More than that, he was a great friend who cared deeply about helping others. I know he would be proud of the work we’re doing to make a difference in mental health. Heading to Boston today is bittersweet. The last two times I was there, John had organized events for THE REAL Mental Health Foundation. He understood that mental health affects everyone and wanted to be part of the solution. This time, part of the event I’ll be paying tribute to John. John’s absence is deeply felt, but his impact remains. This trip won’t be the same without him, but I’m looking forward to honoring him and pushing forward with the work he believed in—so that tragedies like his happen less.

Honoring A Special Group of Men from Around the World Leading the Way in Mental Health – Meet THE REAL Ambassadors https://www.thereal.care/ Mental health matters everywhere. And these men—from all over the world ?? —understand just how important it is. They’ve stepped up to be part of this mission and movement, helping to grow THE REAL Mental Health Foundation into a global force for connection, conversation, and change. What Do REAL Ambassadors Do? Every month, our ambassadors host THE REAL Walks in cities across the globe. These walks are about community, movement, and conversation—a chance to get outside, connect with others, and talk about whatever is on your mind. In a world where isolation and loneliness are far too common, these walks provide a simple yet powerful way to bring people together in a casual, low-pressure setting. Whether the topic is mental health, business, sports, or just enjoying time with others, it’s all part of the experience. Beyond the walks, our ambassadors also: ? Advocate for mental health awareness in their regions ? Help grow THE REAL movement by spreading the message ? Bring people together through events and local initiatives ? Encourage open conversations in business and personal life The Movement is Growing THE REAL isn’t just an idea—it’s a movement that’s spreading across the globe. And by the end of the year, we plan on having at least 100 ambassadors leading this charge in communities worldwide. To every one of our REAL Ambassadors—thank you. Your leadership, passion, and commitment are making a real impact, and we couldn’t be more grateful to have you as part of this journey. #MentalHealth #Community #Leadership #THEREAL #REALAmbassadors #GlobalMovement George Harrington Ryan Dermody Brian Hughes Mark Fujiwara Kevin Hines Kasper Wichmann ?? Darryl Woods Daniel Koppelkamm, CFA Richard Zimmerman Pascal Joncour Joe Tighe Jay Hake Lia Mix, LMFT, CPTR The Carter Center Rennie Sloan Brett Mullen Andrew Heintzman Jackie Baliko Bobbi Dunphy Richard Peck Anders Aabo Jared M. Meyers Lenny Mendonca CHRISTIAN H THOMMESSEN Paul Cooney Eddie Bernhardt, CFA Nick Garrity Jen Libby, MSW, LCSW Sophie Robé, CFA Eric Feder Luke Apicella Giuseppe Brizi Peter Krull, CSRIC? Nick Flores Rich Cohen Rupesh Amin Randy Kaufman Danielle Patterson. Joe Costa

The Theory of Change in Men's Mental Health. Learn how THE REAL Mental Health Foundation is leading the way, advancing men’s mental health through community, connection, and conversation.

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Best Wishes for a great and Happy New Year to my friends and supporters of THE REAL Mental Health Foundation. I had a fun and busy holiday season and ran out of hats! Stay tuned for some upcoming announcements for some new locations for REAL Walks in Massachusetts in the coming weeks. In the meantime, I just wanted to say thanks to some new and old friends who have jumped on the Shawn Lesser bandwagon and for sporting your REAL hats with me this holiday season: William R. Donnelly Andrea Donnelly Dan Burger Daniela Anton Emma Harrington Mary Harrington Eva Gajzer Barbara Ward Thall Thomasine Dolan Dow Jim Packer Senofer Mendoza Darren Schuringa, CFA Adrian Mendoza Bruno Harrington #LetsGetREALin2025 #CommunityIsMedicine #HappyNewYear

What I Know About YOU You’re reading this, which means one thing—you’re here. You’re alive. You’re breathing. I also know something else: you’ve faced challenges. How do I know? Because every human has. No one gets through life without struggles. I know you’ve had good days and bad days. Wins and losses. Moments of joy and moments of pain. Because that’s what it means to be human. And I know that mental health affects you. It doesn’t matter where you live, what you look like, how much money you have (or don’t), what language you speak, or the color of your skin. Mental health doesn’t discriminate. It impacts every single one of us. In fact, it’s one of the few things that truly unites us. This is THE REAL. THE REAL is about acknowledging the truth—that we all have a story. That mental health isn’t just for “other people.” It’s for everyone. At THE REAL Mental Health Foundation, we’re building a global movement—one rooted in real conversations, real connections, and real change. Because no matter who you are or where you’re from, mental health is the common thread that connects us all. #TheREAL #MentalHealthMatters #WeAreAllHuman #Community #RealConversations THE REAL Mental Health Foundation Kevin Hines Margaret Hines Justine Mana Rachel (Duncan) Ochinegro Jen Libby, MSW, LCSW Kim K. Ryan Dermody Paul Greenberg David Greenholtz barbara tibbetts Jennifer Faust Greg Kaufmann Lars Ling John D. Caren Yanis Keith Spears Randy Kaufman Bert-Ola Bergstrand Anders H. Lier Dario Parziale Priya Parrish Shawn Westcott Lisa Renstrom Anne Stetson Randy Molland ???? Alison (Ali) Graham Clay Courts Patrick Mullen Scott Smith Wayne Silby Tharald Nustad

THE REAL kommt nach München Deutschland! ???? THE REAL in Munich Germany Ich freue mich sehr, heute in Deutschland mit unserem Unterstützer Tobias Binder die Bewegung von THE REAL voranzutreiben! An alle meine Freunde in Deutschland, der Schweiz und ?sterreich – es ist unglaublich spannend zu sehen, wie diese Bewegung in den deutschsprachigen L?ndern an Fahrt aufnimmt. Früher habe ich für die Deutsche Bank gearbeitet und viel Zeit in deutschsprachigen Regionen verbracht, insbesondere in den Finanzzentren wie Zürich, Wien, Frankfurt, München und vielen anderen St?dten. Ich liebe diese Orte und die Menschen dort – und es ist gro?artig zu erleben, wie THE REAL in diesen Regionen w?chst. Das ist die Kraft der Gemeinschaft und der offenen Gespr?che. Lasst uns gemeinsam diese Bewegung global vorantreiben! #MentalHealth #TheREAL #Deutschland #Schweiz #?sterreich #Community Matthias M. Pitkowitz Elaine Yu Alexander Tietze Thomas Fischer Robin Wood Sailer Jens Spudy Maggie Sprenger Bhavani Prasad Kommana Derek Brooks Christian Hammes Daniel Bruderer Kostis A. Tselenis Nathalie Thébault Dr. Marta Ra Anja Koenig Anja Koenig Armin Sandhoevel, PhD Verena Alice Sturm Fabio Segura Stephan Hornung Alain Bindels Hubertus Neuhaus David A. Pieper Uwe Zimmer Ingo Horak Michael Staton

From Sunny Atlanta to Snowy Michigan: THE REAL Walk & Meaningful Conversations at the University of Michigan What an incredible school the University of Michigan is! It’s been amazing to be here, meeting with students, faculty, and so many others who care deeply about mental health and the work we’re doing with THE REAL. Seeing a world-class institution like Michigan making mental health a priority is inspiring, and it’s clear that the conversations happening here are moving the needle in a meaningful way. Of course, no visit would be complete without a REAL Walk—this time through snowy Michigan! ?? Coming from sunny Atlanta, it was a bit of a change, but mental health doesn’t take a snow day. No matter where you are, the power of getting outside, moving, and having real conversations is universal. This trip has been a reminder that the momentum behind THE REAL is growing, and I couldn’t be more excited about the conversations and collaborations ahead. Thank you, Michigan, for the warm welcome—even in the cold! #MentalHealth #TheREAL #UniversityOfMichigan #TheREALWalk #Community #Leadership #SnowyMichigan