Director, Earl E. Bakken Medical Devices Center; Bakken Professorship for Engineering in Medicine; Endowed Lions Professorship in Otolaryngology; Institute for Translational Neuroscience Scholar; Co-Director, Center for Neural Engineering; Professor of Biomedical Engineering and Otolaryngology, University of Minnesota

President, Platt & Associates, Inc.

JoJo Platt is a recognized leader in neurotechnology and medtech, known for bridging the gap between research, commercialization, and investment. With deep expertise in neuromodulation, bioelectronic medicine, and early-stage startup strategy, she’s helped bring groundbreaking technologies from concept to market.

JoJo has worked with top innovators in the field, guiding startups through fundraising, product development, and regulatory strategy. Her extensive network of investors and industry leaders, along with her role as a frequent speaker and panelist, makes her a trusted advisor for startups aiming to turn bold ideas into real-world solutions.

Chief Executive Officer, Neo-Bionica

Ludovic possesses extensive experience in the medical device and technology industry across Europe, USA, and APAC. He has made significant contributions to global companies such as Fortive, Danaher, Siemens, Tektronix, and Invetech. His track record is marked by his remarkable ability to introduce innovative solutions to the market, driving profitable growth in the dynamic and competitive global hi-tech and medical device sectors.

Vice President, Strategy huMannity

Dr. Brian Mech, is the Vice President, Strategy for huMannity (formerly Alfred Mann Foundation). He has spent over 25 years in the medical device field, primarily in active implantables, including roles in engineering, business development, strategy, and as the CEO of a start-up.  Brian moved from Los Angeles to the Twin Cities area in 2019. Brian has an undergraduate degree in Engineering Science (1991) and a PhD in Materials Science and Plasma Physics (1997) from the University of Toronto, and an MBA from UCLA’s Anderson School of Management (2003). Brian is an inventor on over 50 US patents.