Join Whitney Slightham, CEO and Co-Founder of Ateleva, for a conversation on transforming healthcare through medical device innovation. This fireside chat explores how identifying a critical unmet need in pulmonary care led to the development of a breakthrough technology designed to improve outcomes for patients experiencing localized lung collapse and other respiratory complications.

From concept to commercialization, Whitney will share insights into the entrepreneurial journey of building a healthcare startup at the intersection of medicine, engineering, and innovation. The discussion will highlight the realities of developing life-changing technologies, navigating the challenges of the medical device industry, securing clinical validation, and building a company dedicated to improving patient care. Attendees will gain valuable perspectives on translating bold ideas into impactful solutions and what it takes to bring innovation from the lab to the bedside.