Programs

Programs

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The Women's Health Innovation Network (WHIN) is a new and growing collaboration in NE Florida designed to foster engagement and innovation in women’s health. By bringing together diverse voices, perspectives, and expertise, WHIN provides the tools and resources necessary to help startup companies transform ideas into revolutionary products and services that improve the health and well-being of women.

Whether you’re a techie, a health-care provider, someone interested in women’s health, an aspiring or experienced entrepreneur, an investor, or just looking to expand your horizons WHIN offers a variety of programs and services sure to meet your needs.

Our inclusive programs are rooted in four key pillars: Collaborate, Educate, Incubate, and Accelerate. Programs are designed to drive innovation in women’s health and support aspiring entrepreneurs and startup companies in each phase of their entrepreneurial journey. 

The WHIN Collaboratory is a cutting-edge experimental environment designed to foster collaboration and innovation in women’s health. By bringing together diverse voices, perspectives, and expertise, WHIN provides the tools and resources necessary to catalyze the development of revolutionary products and services that improve women’s health and well-being.

Our approach is rooted in four key pillars: Collaborate, Educate, Incubate, and Accelerate. Each pillar reflects a core aspect of our mission to drive innovation and support the success of health-focused startups.

COLLABORATE: WHIN Huddles

Dates: March 7-9, 2025

Our WHIN Huddles are dynamic three-day sessions designed to connect diverse innovators (men and women) from all walks of life (yes that means you), with experts in women’s health, to focus on identifying potential innovative solutions to address conditions that primarily impact women. There will be a series of WHIN Huddles focused on exploring conditions that either solely, differently, or disproportionately affect women’s health. 

The inaugural WHIN Huddle is focused on Maternal & Reproductive Health. The United States has the highest maternal and infant mortality rate of any high-income nation despite the fact that we spend the most on healthcare. An estimated 80% of those deaths are preventable. We’ll explore opportunities for improving all aspects of the Motherhood journey from fertility to mental health. Your participation can make a difference. Collectively, we can help shape the future of Maternal Health and impact the lives of women in our community and around the world. Join us to help make a difference.

Applications are open and will close on January 6, 2025.

EDUCATE: WHIN Academy

Dates: April - May (8 weeks)

The WHIN Academy is an intensive 8-week program designed to help individuals with innovative ideas delve into the market potential of their ideas and develop a strategic path for turning those ideas into a successful business. Participants will gain hands-on experience in market analysis, customer discovery, business planning, sources of funding, and more. With the support of experienced mentors, participants will build the skills and knowledge necessary to launch their venture.

Applications will be open for the  2025 Educate Program from
12/1/24 – 2/7/25.

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INCUBATE: WHIN Collaboratory

Opening: March 2025

The WHIN Collaboratory is a dedicated innovation space providing unparalleled support for innovators and early-stage companies focused on women’s health. Beyond its professional office environment designed for startups and hybrid work strategies, the true value of the Collaboratory lies in its access to mentors and industry experts who are knowledgeable about building and scaling companies within the women’s health vertical. These experts offer guidance on a range of topics, from product development and market fit to business strategy and operations. Each member company is paired with a dedicated Key Advisor who helps identify the right expertise from a pool of WHIN Mentors to tackle current challenges. Additionally, these mentors bring extensive networks of industry contacts that can be leveraged. The nurturing environment of the WHIN Collaboratory fosters a rich exchange of ideas and best practices, essential for overcoming the unique challenges faced by companies in the sector. 

The WHIN Collaboratory also allows companies to focus their limited resources on their core business functions rather than extraneous but necessary things like printers, furniture, conference space, wifi service, etc. The Membership agreement is a short-term commitment (minimum 3 months) that allows companies to have access to a professional environment without a major commitment often required with commercial office arrangements. It also offers the flexibility as companies grow and  expand their team  to easily add additional space and furnishings with a simple membership addendum.

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Engage with a community of like-minded innovators, leverage specialized resources, and tap into a focused environment designed to attract investment opportunities. The WHIN Collaboratory is more than a workspace—it's a launchpad for success in women's health.

Memberships are tailored to fit the needs of different stages of business development:

Accepting applications March 2025

  • Affiliate Member – Limited event access and workspace.
  • Resident Member – For startups with 0-5 people; includes shared workspace, conference room access, events, mentorship, and resources.
  • Corporate Member – For teams of 6+ people; includes shared workspace, conference room access, events, mentorship, and resources.
  • Virtual Member – For teams not interested in space but want to participate in the training and educational components of WHIN and have access to mentorship and coaching

Contact us for more information about membership and fees.

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ACCELERATE:
WHIN Accelerator Program

16 weeks of intensive support

FALL 2025

The WHIN Accelerator Program connects early-stage women’s health technology startups with the resources they need to succeed. Through specialized mentoring and business development, participants will refine their business models, optimize their operations, and gain access to networks that can accelerate growth. Whether it’s navigating the regulatory landscape or preparing for investment, our program is designed to help startups succeed faster and more effectively.

Applications will be open for the 2025 Accelerate program from 3/15/25 to 6/1/25.

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