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NXTSTAGE Community Health & Vibrancy Pilot Competition
Matching Future-Minded Kansas Organizations with Growth Focused Startups
This innovative program allows startups from around the world to present their technology solutions to Kansas organizations focused on improving the health of Kansans and removing barriers to community growth.
2023 Recap
Sponsored by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS), we unveiled 6 pilot projects and identified 22 potential future initiatives. These efforts target improving Kansas' population health and economic vibrancy, tackling issues such as data-driven policy-making, mental health access, nutrition, diabetes management, community health worker empowerment, and enhanced care for new mothers and seniors. Leaders from Kansas communities pledged commitment to piloting these innovative solutions, underscoring a collective drive towards progress and well-being.
Check Out These Wins!
Scott County Development Committee: Announced pilot projects with Polco and Remble, with continued discussions toward projects with eddii Health, GoNo Food Finder, and Myri Health.
Thrive Allen County: Announced pilot projects with Myri Health, Pear Suite, Polco, and Remble. Pursuing funding for potential projects with Medic All, Serenity Health, and Welfie.
Hodgeman County Economic Development: Pursuing projects with eddii Health and Myri Health.
LiveWell Northwest Kansas: Pursuing funding for pilots with Medic All, Myri Health, Pear Suite, and Remble.
Russell Regional Hospital: Exploring projects with GoNo Food Finder, Medic All, Remble, and Serenity Health.
Wichita Medical Practice Association of the University of Kansas School of Medicine: Working with eddii Health, Myri Health, Pear Suite, Remble, and Welfie for future pilots.
2023 Program Sponsors
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation, Greater Wichita Partnership, KU School of Medicine Medical Practice Association, NetWork Kansas, United Way of the Plains, Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Vintage Bank Kansas, KentAV, Capacity, CK Communications, LANGE Companies
2024 Pilot Partners
Additional Program Value
No equity in your business is taken. This program is made possible by local sponsorship and national grant funding
Direct matchmaking with decision-makers, stakeholders, and community leaders
One-on-one market feedback from Pilot Partners
Finalists receive an opportunity to pitch live to hundreds of industry connectors at the annual Innovation Showcase
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors!
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