With a diverse program of plenary sessions, a networking floor with service providers and 1-on-1 matchmaking conversations, LSH Capital Match offered participants a dynamic platform to gain knowledge, make valuable contacts and start concrete collaborations. The themes of the day – including e-health, AI, medical devices, biotechnology and diagnostics – seamlessly matched the current challenges and opportunities within the sector.
Discuss innovative projects and financing plans
During the plenary sessions, renowned entrepreneurs and investors shared their experiences, insights and strategies. Subsequently, there were 156 matchmaking conversations between entrepreneurs and investors to brainstorm about their innovative projects and financing plans. Service providers were also present on the networking floor to support startups with practical tools and advice.
Impressive number of investors
The matchmaking sessions attracted an impressive number of investors, including Holland Capital, Thuja, Borski Fund, Curie Capital and Invest-NL. Each of these parties was actively looking for promising startups and scale-ups to support them with capital in making an impact.
A successful collaboration
The event was made possible by a broad collaboration of partners, including Health & Innovation District Amsterdam (Hid), Startup Village Amsterdam, Innovatiefonds Noord-Holland, Invest-NL, Amsterdam AI, Startup Amsterdam, Rabobank, UvA, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam UMC, Dutch New Narrative Lab, Amsterdam Economic Board, MKB Innovatiefonds. The support of main sponsor Health~Holland was indispensable.
On to 2025!
The great success of LSH Capital Match 2024 was evident from the many positive reactions from both participants and partners. The event has shown how important collaboration and financing are to accelerate innovations in the life sciences & health sector. ROM InWest is already looking forward to the next edition in 2025.
