WHIS A Springboard for Startups & Innovators
Innovation is the lifeblood of healthcare. At the World Health Innovation Summit (WHIS), we are creating a global platform where startups and innovators can showcase their ideas, connect with partners, and scale solutions that transform health and wellbeing.
From digital health and AI to social prescribing and holistic care, WHIS brings together investors, health systems, policymakers, and community leaders to accelerate early-stage innovation and make it investable, scalable, and globally impactful.
Opportunities for Startups & Innovators
- Access global networks of investors, health systems, and collaborators
- Showcase solutions to a curated audience of healthcare leaders
- Participate in pilots, demonstrators, and early adoption programs
- Learn from cross-sector expertise to refine business models and scale impact
WHIS 6-Week Healthcare Startup Course To support early-stage innovators further, we are launching a 6-week online course led by Gareth Presch, CEO of WHIS and GSPA.
Course Details:
- Start Date: March 1st, 2026
- Duration: 6 weeks (1 session per week)
- Format: Online interactive sessions
- **Cost: **£250 per participant + 20% VAT (£50), total £300
- Places are limited – secure your spot early!
Course Highlights:
- Global healthcare innovation landscape & trends
- Building scalable health startups
- Investment, funding & blended finance models
- Partnerships with health systems & communities
- Digital health & AI innovation
- Go-to-market strategy & impact measurement
Quote from Gareth Presch, CEO, WHIS: “Startups and innovators are shaping the future of healthcare. This course is your springboard to connect bold ideas with the people and partners who can help them scale globally.”
Call to Action
Join our growing global community of healthcare innovators:
👉** Join our WhatsApp group: “Startups & Innovators – WHIS**” Collaborate, share insights, and explore partnership and investment opportunities.
📩 Fo[r course registration and direct contact, email** gareth@whis.worl**d
Don’t miss out — our next cohort starts on March 1st, 2026, and places are limited. The future of healthcare is collaborative, innovative, and investable. Let’s build it together.