Happy Holidays from all of us at FirstXFounder! 🎄❄️ As we close out another year of innovation, collaboration, and growth, we’re filled with gratitude for our incredible community of entrepreneurs, mentors, and partners. Wishing you a season of joy, reflection, and inspiration. Here’s to a bright and impactful 2025! Entrepreneurship Lab (ELabNYC) Bio & Health Tech, ABCT: Accelerator for Biosciences in Connecticut and WCBA: Westchester County Biosciences Accelerator (The Catalyst)
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FirstXFounder was created by an entrepreneur for entrepreneurs. Mary Howard, the serial entrepreneur founder, was immeasurably aided by fellow founders in building her ventures. When she founded a corporate spin out that evolved into a venture backed company, her network of founders provided invaluable advice on the the strategy and execution of her start up: from sweat equity to space, from lawyers to funding, from corporate partnering to team building, Mary was helped by the recent experience, honest feedback and relevant perspective of early stage founders and advisers. When it was time to give back, the opportunity to run entrepreneurship programs for communities arose. In response, Mary started to build a team of experienced entrepreneurs and advisors to share their journey as coaches and mentors with competitively selected emerging ventures aided by a proven curriculum. In 2011, FirstXFounder began to deliver programs in NJ to life science emerging ventures. Invited to NYC in 2012, FirstXFounders now manages the top four programs in the Metro New York area: ELabNYC, Next Milestone, ABCT and WCBA. These programs are supported by the top US life sciences law firms, global pharma, the top regional life sciences accounting firm, the largest Metro New York hospital networks, experienced entrepreneurs, mentors, coaches and an Advisory board of entrepreneurs, hospitals and universities and investors coming together to build the Metro New York life sciences industry. If you would like to become part of this effort, we invite you to join us. Contact Executive Director Mary Howard at Mary@FirstXFounder.com.
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- Biotechnology
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Branford, Connecticut
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- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2011
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Employees at FirstXFounder
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Martin Krusin
Senior Vice President, Corporate Development at Entero Therapeutics Inc.
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Krista Fretes
Sr. Program Coordinator | WCBA by FirstXFounder
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Pratiksha Nimesh
Business Data Analyst @ FirstXFounder | MSBAPM Grad | University of Connecticut | Leveraging Data for Informed Decision-Making and Business Growth
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Christopher Borst
Graduate of The George Washington University | Economic Analyst
Updates
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Ring in 2025 with the ABCT Alumni Reunion & New Year Kickoff! 📍 January 2, 2025 | New Haven, CT 🔗 Register here Reconnect with ABCT alumni, FirstXFounder leaders, and inspiring biotech innovators at this special celebration. We’re especially excited to welcome back Dr. Solène Vo Quang Costantini, an ABCT 2023 alum who’s making the trip from Paris to join us. Reflect on past successes, preview our exciting programs, and start the year with meaningful connections. 📅 Don’t miss this chance to network and celebrate innovation in the biotech community—save your spot today! ABCT: Accelerator for Biosciences in Connecticut
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🎉 Congratulations to Avo, an ELabNYC alum, for being recognized at the 2024 Fierce Healthcare Innovation Awards! 🏆 Avo took home the award for Clinical Information Management for their groundbreaking clinical decision support platform, which is making waves in the healthcare industry. Avo’s AI-powered platform is designed to streamline workflows, reduce burnout, and empower healthcare professionals with tools to simplify decision-making, care planning, documentation, and more. By centralizing and transforming complex data from electronic health records (EHRs) into actionable insights, Avo is setting a new standard for efficiency and patient care. Here are just a few of their remarkable achievements: ➡️ Time Savings: Clinicians saved over 50% of their time during randomized control trials. ➡️ Improved Metrics: Emergency department admission delays reduced by 30%. ➡️ Customization: Avo’s “no code” builder allows easy deployment and adaptation for healthcare systems. Led by Yair Saperstein, Avo continues to innovate, with plans to address utilization management and risk-adjusted care gaps. Their ultimate vision? Becoming the “front door” for clinicians—eliminating the need to navigate multiple tabs and streamlining access to critical data. We’re so proud to have Avo as part of the Entrepreneurship Lab (ELabNYC) Bio & Health Tech family and can’t wait to see how they continue transforming healthcare! https://lnkd.in/ga5U7QJn
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🎉 Celebrating Joe Landolina: ELabNYC Alum and NYU’s Alum of the Year! Joe Landolina, co-founder of Cresilon and a 2013 Entrepreneurship Lab (ELabNYC) Bio & Health Tech graduate, has been named NYU’s Alum of the Year by the NYU Tandon School of Engineering! 🎖️ Joe’s groundbreaking work with Cresilon, a company revolutionizing wound care through its innovative gel technology, highlights his commitment to driving impactful healthcare solutions. From ELabNYC to Cresilon’s success, Joe’s journey exemplifies the transformative power of entrepreneurship. Congratulations, Joe, on this incredible achievement! 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eH76_Waf #Entrepreneurship #LifeSciences #ELabNYC
Tandon alumni are celebrated during a festive weekend | NYU Tandon School of Engineering
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Fundraising? Seeking feedback to de-risk your R&D plan? Join to hear from pharma and founders.
Level Up Your R&D Strategy with ELabNYC's Masterclass! 📝 The agenda is here! Join us on February 11, 2025, at InnoLabs in Long Island City, NY, for an immersive, one-day R&D Masterclass tailored for early-stage healthcare entrepreneurs. 📌 What’s on the schedule? ➡️ Setting meaningful R&D milestones ➡️ Understanding pharma decision metrics ➡️ Real-time feedback exercises ➡️ GO/NO-GO decision-making by stage ➡️ Exploring early exits, IP strategy, and case studies Learn from industry leaders and leave with actionable strategies for your venture. 🔗 Use the code EARLY for 20% off your ticket: https://lu.ma/elabrnd
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🎉 Exciting News for FirstXFounder! We’re honored to announce that FirstXFounder has received the "Ecosystem Partner" Award from LifeSciencesNY!🏆 This recognition celebrates our commitment to fostering innovation and supporting the next wave of healthcare entrepreneurs. We’re incredibly proud to be part of this thriving community and collaborate with many inspiring partners driving the life sciences forward. 💡 Thank you, LifeSciencesNY, for this incredible honor! Here’s to reaching more milestones and expanding the impact of first-time founders in healthcare innovation!
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Learn how organizations like Westerchester County are bringing together industry leaders and healthcare entrepreneurs to improve health technology solutions!
Discover cutting-edge developments and opportunities at Westchester Life Sciences 2024! Westchester County, the organization behind the WCBA, invites you to an exclusive event on December 3, celebrating innovation and growth in the life sciences ecosystem! This gathering is a unique opportunity to network with industry leaders, academics, and fellow startups, fostering the exciting future of biotech in the region. Secure your spot to connect, gain insights, and be part of shaping Westchester’s thriving biotech community! Don’t miss your chance to engage with key decision-makers and explore how Westchester is becoming a hub for biotech innovation. 👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/eXp4vWpT
December 3, 2024 An Expert-led Overview of the Westchester Life Science Community - Builds Bio+
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Bioscience innovation is in full swing as we gear up for an impactful end to 2024 and beyond! From the surging interest in the WCBA program to the launch of the Biomedical Manufacturing Alliance, our programs are creating fresh opportunities and growth for healthcare entrepreneurs. Check out October’s event recaps, exciting partner updates, and get a sneak peek at what’s on the horizon for 2025! 🌱 👉 Read more in our newsletter for all the latest: https://zc.vg/HOBig?m=0
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Time is almost up! Applications close in 24 hours! ⏳ Entrepreneurs in Connecticut and New York, this is your last chance to join two of the top life sciences accelerator programs! 🔬 Connecticut Innovators: Are you developing #MedicalDevices or novel solutions in #bioinformatics? The 2025 ABCT Program offers 6 months of expert mentorship, resources, and a powerful network to help you scale your venture. Applications close tomorrow! 👉 https://lnkd.in/e29ebdY4 💡 New York Entrepreneurs: The 2025 WCBA Program connects you with top mentors and industry leaders to advance your healthcare venture. Focused on #MedicalDevices, #Therapeutics, and #DigitalHealth solutions, this accelerator program is designed to help take your company to the next level. Submit your application by tomorrow! 👉 https://lnkd.in/e92EGXX8 Don’t let this opportunity slip by—apply now and be part of these thriving communities! #HealthcareInnovation #Entrepreneurship #Startups #Bioscience #Accelerator
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