Minneapolis, MN — Avio Medtech Consulting, in partnership with Mobius Medical, Fredrikson & Byron, and the Destination Medical Center, announces three finalists have been selected for the highly anticipated Avio Medtech MVP Pitch Contest. The contest, which awards $20,000 in non-dilutive funding, will take place live at the Medtech MVP Conference on June 16, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN.
The Medtech MVP Conference is a premier annual gathering of leading innovators, investors, and executives nationwide, focusing on the most timely issues and opportunities in the medical device industry. To learn more about the conference or register, go here: https://medtechmvp.com/
Meet the Finalists
The three finalists, selected from a pool of nearly 100 entries are:
Sub-Q Bionics is developing the world’s first bionic lymphatic drainage system. It is a novel ceramic subcutaneous implant that absorbs lymphatic fluid. When connected to the AI and cloud enabled subcutaneous pump, lymphatic fluid is actively drained from the lymphatic limb into the peritoneum.
SIME Diagnostics develops AI-powered medical diagnostics platforms designed for use in acute and intensive care settings. The company’s technology leverages machine learning and proprietary hardware to enable rapid, point-of-care testing for respiratory diseases. The Lung Maturity Test (LMT), the company’s first product, is currently under FDA review, with additional solutions for adult respiratory diagnostics in development.
Veera’s mission is to offer postpartum mothers the care, ease, and peace of mind they deserve during the early stages of motherhood and breastfeeding.
Contest Details
Each finalist will present a 10-minute pitch to a distinguished panel of judges before an audience of
investors and corporate strategics. The panel includes:
- Morgan Evans, Founder of Avio Medtech and CEO of Agitated Solutions, Inc.
- Manu Nair, Associate Chief Business Development Officer, Mayo Clinic
- Greg Banker, Partner, Vensana Capital
The winner will receive $20,000 in non-dilutive funding and invaluable exposure to leading industry
stakeholders.
About the Sponsors
- Mobius Medical: A global contract research organization specializing in clinical trials management for medical device, with a strong presence in the U.S., Australia, and New Zealand. Recognized for our responsiveness, reliability, and agility, we deliver tailored, client-focused solutions that align precisely with our partners’ needs.
- Fredrikson & Byron: A law firm with deep experience serving healthcare and life sciences clients. Fredrikson advises medtech start-ups to strategics on legal and business issues such as financing, securities, M&A, joint venture, patents, licensing and tech transfer, trade secrets and non-competes.
- Destination Medical Center: Based in Rochester, home to Mayo Clinic, this is Minnesota’s largest economic development initiative, helping life sciences companies access resources and expand in the U.S. market.
To learn more about the Medtech MVP Conference or register, go here: medtechmvp.com.
Media Contact:
For Avio, Frank Jaskulke [email protected]
For Cambridge Healthtech Institute, Bethany Gray [email protected]
