TechUnited:BetterWellness Challenge

TechUnited: Better
Wellness Challenge

A startup competition to celebrate innovators & small businesses working towards a healthier future.

Brought to you by the TechUnited:BetterWellness program founding sponsor, RWJBarnabas Health & supporting sponsor, Labcorp.

WIN:

$25,000 Grand Prize
Executive Mentorship
Fast-Tracked Corporate Access
Press

Applicant Criteria

Solution applys to the Challenge Statement
Equitable adoption or implementation of the solution is possible from inception
Implementation of the solution in healthcare settings provides an opportunity for workforce development or training
Solutions can include software, hardware, or a combination of the two.
Company is generating $2M or less, annually.
Company is based in the US.
Preference given to:
- Companies based in New Jersey
- Solutions that will create new jobs in New Jersey

Application Thought-Starters

How can your solution be scaled to effectively treat thousands or millions?
How did technology play a role in the development of your solution?
How did this solution use data to optimize its efficacy?

Prize Criteria

$25,000 for one US-based startup
$25,000 for one Rutgers-based startup (one member of company must hold an undergraduate or graduate degree from Rutgers University)

Challenge Statement

Build the Modern Patient Experience

This solution provides an innovative approach to:

Patient intake & scheduling
Medical records & patient education
Hospital/Healthcare System patient-facing processes
Triage & Post-Procedure care

Improve Clinical Cancer Treatment

About the BetterWellness Challenge

Are you creating a healthier future?

Together with RWJBarnabas & Labcorp, the TechUnited:BetterWellness program presents the BetterWellness Challenge, promoting a healthier future for New Jersey, propelled by technology & innovation. Applications will close August 26, 2022.

Startups working on innovative solutions to improve our community’s wellness are invited to apply.

If your company wants to join the TechUnited:BetterWellness program to propel innovation in NJ, be in touch.

Submit your application by August 26, 2022

Semi-Finalists Match With Executive Mentors & are reviewed for corporate opportunities.

Top Four Semi-Finalists are chosen after review by Judges to pitch at Propelify.

$25,000 prize awarded at Propelify, October 6, 2022.

Submit your application

Semi-finalists match with exclusive mentors.

Finalists seleted.

Two $25,000 prizes are awarded at Propelify, October 6-7, 2021.

What is the TechUnited:BetterWellness Program?

The TechUnited:BetterWellness program is a corporate alliance committed to fast-track innovation, ignite collaboration, and propel the future of health & life sciences.

Program members benefit from:

Exposure and recognition as a tech leader
Access to early stage startups & innovation
Integration into the full suite of experiences that the TechUnited products for members & the larger NJ business community

The BetterWellness program focuses on supporting the innovation community through: