Pulse Check: Health Tech Trends Shaping the Next Decade

​4:10 - 5:00 PM | ​BREAKOUT SESSION #3

Pulse Check: Health Tech Trends Shaping the Next Decade

This session brings together founders, funders, and practitioners to explore the most significant trends driving innovation in health tech. From AI and personalized care to equitable access and new funding models, we'll examine what's emerging, what's sticking, and what it means for the future of healthcare. Get insights from every corner of the ecosystem as we chart the course for the next decade of impact.

Speakers:

• ​Timothy S. O’Malley, Director, Infrastructure, Cloud & IT Operations, Business Technology Services, IBX
• ​Noah Whitehead, CEO, Ritten
• ​Wendy Nickel, Chief Program Officer, University City Science Center
• ​Manasa Gummalla, Vice President, Healthcare and Life Science Startup Banking, JP Morgan - Moderator

Future Forward: Startups is a dynamic half-day event dedicated to celebrating innovation and empowering startups in Philadelphia’s thriving tech ecosystem. ​This summit brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to explore the latest trends, share insights, and foster collaboration. Attendees will enjoy engaging panel discussions, inspiring talks, and ample networking opportunities designed to connect innovators and catalyze new ventures. Future Forward: Startups is a featured event during Philly Tech Week 2025.

​This event is presented by 1Philadelphia and made possible by our generous supporters. Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Comcast NBCUniversal, as well as our participating sponsors:

• ​Comcast LIFT Labs
• ​J.P. Morgan
• ​Glean
• ​Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Southeastern PA
• ​University City Science Center
• ​Pennovation Works
• ​Philadelphia City Council - Tech Committee
• ​GoPuff
• ​Hazzouri & Associates