CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - December 18th, 2023 - Pediatric medical devices, vital for diagnosing and treating diseases in children, have historically faced challenges in terms of availability, options, and innovation compared to their adult counterparts. Recognizing this gap, the FDA established the Pediatric Device Consortia (PDC) program in 2007. Among the pioneering entities within this program is The Consortium for Technology & Innovation in Pediatrics (CTIP), centered at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. Following the newest 5-year $5.75M grant (2023-2028) awarded by the FDA, CTIP has launched its inaugural Investor Advisory Board to help founders tackle the financial barriers that exacerbate this innovation gap.
The Investor Advisory Board comprises individuals who allocate capital or influence capital allocation towards medical device projects with a vested interest in pediatric innovation. Drawing expertise from various backgrounds, these individuals represent but are not limited to, venture capital firms, corporate venture funds, foundations, family offices, venture studios, accelerators, investment banks, private equity, law, and consulting firms.
CTIP welcomes a distinguished group of inaugural members to the Investor Advisory Board, strategically chosen to heighten CTIP’s initiatives, share their capital allocation experience, and pave the way for pediatric innovators' success. This exceptional group includes:
Alexandra Shandiz, Senior Associate - Kaiser Permanente Ventures
Andrew Meadow, General Partner - Health Innovation Capital
Annie Weissbach, Senior Associate, Strategic Investment - Echo Health Ventures
Branden Rosenhan, Founding Partner - MedMountain Ventures
Denise McKenzie, Lecturer - USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Jamil Dihu, Director MedTech & Cardiology - Health Innovation Capital
Janet Boachie, Health Equity Fellow, Impact Investing - California Health Care Foundation (CHCF) Investment Fund
John Parker, Principal, Founder - Springhood Ventures
Simone Otenaike, Associate - Goodwin Law
Thomya Goode, Early-stage Venture Investor - Formerly RH Capital – Rhia Ventures
Zoe Guttendorf, Investor - ARTIS Ventures
Through their involvement with the Investor Advisory Board, these distinguished individuals will contribute valuable insights and strategic guidance to empower pediatric innovators. CTIP believes this collaborative effort will pave the way for groundbreaking advancements in pediatric medical devices, ensuring a brighter and healthier future for children globally.
On the CTIP team, Madison Christmas will manage and coordinate the Investor Advisory Board, advised by Kathryne Cooper, MBA:
Madison Christmas, Program Associate, Investment & Growth - CTIP
In her role at CTIP, joining from Jumpstart Health Investors, Madison is responsible for facilitating business education and training for portfolio members, managing and coordinating the Investor Advisory Board, collaborating with CTIP ecosystem partners, and developing new deal flow pipeline and non-dilutive funding opportunities for portfolio members.
Kathryne Cooper, MBA, Investment Advisor - CTIP
Investors interested in learning more or getting involved with CTIP can contact us at info@ctipmedtech.org.