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The Medtech Money Podcast produced by Project Medtech is a podcast series focused on demystifying raising and investing capital for Medtech startups. There will no longer be new episodes of Medtech Money. Head over to the Project Medtech Podcast for more great content.
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Jul 30, 2021 • 54min
Episode 9: Alexandra MacLean, Partner at TVM Capital Life Science --- From Physician to Industry Professional to Venture Capitalist --- The Career Path and Credibility of a Medtech VC
In this episode, Giovanni and Alexandra discuss Alix’s story of becoming a venture capital parter, what her group looks for in investments, how much they invest and when, and more.
Alexandra MacLean LinkedIn
TVM Capital Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 28, 2021 • 1h 2min
Episode 8: Eric Heinz, Director, Business Development (M&A) at Smith & Nephew --- How Corporate Strategics Assess Medtech Start-Ups for Investment
In this episode, Giovanni and Eric discuss how strategics evaluate Medtech start-ups, positives to engaging strategics early in raising money, understanding timelines and the decision process internally at corporates and more.
Eric Heinz LinkedIn
Smith & Nephew Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 23, 2021 • 58min
Episode 7: Geoff Pardo, Partner at Gilde Healthcare --- Insights from a Transatlantic Late-Stage Venture Capital Firm - How to Invest in Both Europe and the U.S.A.
In this episode, Giovanni and Geoff discuss late-stage venture capital investing, the difference and similarities between EU vs. US, insights and advice for companies raising money, and more.
Geoff Pardo LinkedIn
Gilde Healthcare Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 21, 2021 • 1h 6min
Episode 6: Jeff Rynbrandt, President & CEO at MediCool Technologies --- Stories About Raising Money from a First Time CEO
In this episode, Giovanni and Jeff discuss his background going from the army to medical sales to a first time CEO, lessons learned while raising money for the first time and more.
Jeff Rynbrandt LinkedIn
MediCool Technologies Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 16, 2021 • 54min
Episode 5: Olivier d'Arros, Managing Partner at MAVIE --- What the World Needs to Know About Raising Capital from China
In this episode, Giovanni and Olivier discuss raising capital in China, when someone might want to look at raising capital from China, how they do this, positives and negatives, downstream effects and more.
Olivier d'Arros LinkedIn
MAVIE Wesbite
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 14, 2021 • 1h 6min
Episode 4: Bryce Klontz, CEO at New View Surgical --- First-Time CEO in U.S. Explains Raising Capital from Angel Groups
In this episode, Giovanni and Bryce discuss raising capital from angel groups, the differences between angels and VCs, east vs. west coast investors and more.
Bryce Klontz LinkedIn
New View Surgical Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jul 7, 2021 • 1h 7min
Episode 3: Carl Stamp, Gopher Angels --- A Fireside Chat with an Angel Investor
In this episode, Giovanni and Carl discuss everything angel investing from how to engage, when to engage, what they look for, typical check sizes, managing a cap table and more.
Carl Stamp LinkedIn
Gopher Angel Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn
Project Medtech LinkedIn
Project Medtech Website

Jun 30, 2021 • 53min
Episode 2: Carlo Stimamiglio, Partner at Alira Health --- How and When a Medtech Start-Up Should Partner with an Investment Banker
In this episode, Giovanni and Carlo discuss investment banking and its role in a medtech start-up company.
Carlo Stimamiglio LinkedIn
Alira Health Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn

Jun 21, 2021 • 1h 29min
Episode 1: Brian Greene, CTO at HMD Labs --- Leaving Corporate to become a Medtech Founder
In this episode, Giovanni and Brian discuss raising seed funding from a first time entrepreneur point of view, the decision to leave corporate, taking on an entrepreneur mindset, and more.
Brian Greene LinkedIn
HMB Labs Website
Giovanni Lauricella LinkedIn