From Innovation to Impact: Building Thriving Health Ventures
Are you a scientist or aspiring biotech entrepreneur looking to break into the industry? The path from scientific discovery to commercial success can be challenging—but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Join us for an insightful conversation with Elyse Heob, MPH, MBA, a Forbes 30 Under 30 Entrepreneur. Elyse is an expert in transforming groundbreaking health ideas into thriving businesses that enhance patient care. As the founder and CEO of Elyse Heob Consulting, she supports startup founders in scaling their health innovations to impact millions of patients.
Most recently, she co-founded ClearMask, the first FDA-cleared and CE-marked transparent surgical mask, growing it from $0 to $45 million with zero outside investment as COO. Prior to this, she was Managing Director of My Healthy Toolkit, a cost-effective corporate wellness program acquired in 2016. Elyse launched her career at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and holds both an MPH and an MBA from Johns Hopkins University. Her accomplishments have garnered attention from prestigious outlets such as Forbes 30 Under 30, JAMA Surgery, the Wall Street Journal, NPR, Bloomberg, and more. Learn more at ElyseHeob.com
In This Event, Elyse Will Share:
Inside the Startup Journey – A behind-the-scenes look at how she scaled her health venture from the ground up.
Bootstrapping Strategies – Key marketing, regulatory, and financial insights for growing a health enterprise without outside funding.
Operational Excellence – Proven tactics to build an efficient, organized, and chaos-free startup.
The seminar will feature a 30-minute presentation by the speaker, followed by a 30-minute open floor Q&A session.
About Berkeley Pharma Tech Foundation
Berkeley Pharma Tech Foundation is a nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to the biotechnology industry and transforming scientific innovation into real-world solutions. We empower scientists, entrepreneurs, and aspiring professionals by providing the education, mentorship, and industry connections needed to bridge the gap between research and commercialization. Through seminars, workshops, and hands-on training programs, we equip individuals with the skills to navigate regulatory, financial, and operational challenges in biotech.
Our vision is to make biotechnology more accessible and inclusive, ensuring that promising ideas and diverse innovators have the opportunity to thrive. We foster a dynamic community where researchers and entrepreneurs can collaborate, gain industry insights, and turn groundbreaking discoveries into ventures that improve patient care. Whether you're looking to advance your research, launch a biotech startup, or expand your expertise, Berkeley Pharma Tech Foundation is here to support your journey.