Bridging International Ecosystems: French Women in MedTech Innovating across California and New England

What does it really take to build and scale a healthcare company in the U.S.?

Join us for an insightful 45-minute conversation featuring French women leaders who are building, scaling, and bringing innovative solutions to market that deliver impact to patients and across the U.S. healthcare system. 

🗓️ Date: Thursday, March 5, 2026
🕓 Time: 12 pm - 1 pm (UTC-5)
📍 Online Webinar
🎟️ Registration: Free for FACCNE members, 6$ for non-members

Moderated by Dr. Gigi Shafai, Co-Chair of the French-American Biotechnology Springboard, our working group dedicated to life sciences & Biotech, this panel includes leaders across California and New England, two key healthcare ecosystems in the country: 

• Dr. Hakima Berdouz, Founder & CEO, Hope Valley AI - AI-driven solutions for early cancer detection
• Claire Chabaud, CEO & Founder, Braave - Turning everyday bras into smart health allies
• Ikram Guerd, U.S. General Manager & CMO, Aspivix - Medical device company dedicated to advancing women’s healthcare

From clinical partnerships, go-to-market strategy, and ecosystem navigation, this session delivers real-world insights from leaders operating on the ground, moving beyond theory to practical lessons learned in the field.

Whether you're a founder, executive, or innovation leader exploring U.S. expansion, this webinar will equip you with practical lessons on building credibility, accelerating adoption, and leveraging regional strengths.

Register now and be part of this conversation shaping cross-border healthcare innovation.

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