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Critical Care Innovation Incubator

Come together to ignite impactful change in critical care.

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In-Person
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida, USA
7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time

NEW! Join innovators including clinicians, researchers, industry leaders, investors, program officers, and funders to ignite impactful change in critical care!

Designed to foster collaboration among leading minds across diverse disciplines, this event will:
  • Explore emerging critical care innovations in pharmaceuticals, medical technology, big data, and AI
  • Spark collaboration by networking, sharing ideas, and building powerful partnerships
  • Fuel inspiration through poster and pitch presentations, roundtables, and exhibits
Whether you're an entrepreneur in the trenches or a motivated clinician-innovator, the Critical Care Innovation Incubator offers resources to help you navigate the innovation landscape.

If you have questions about the event, please contact Tamara Al-Hakim or Christina Kordik.

This event is offered as a Critical Care Congress precourse. Attend in conjunction with Congress and save. A la carte registration is also available.

Learn more about Discovery.
 

Pitch and Poster Proposals

Deadline extended! Do you have an innovative idea or solution that can transform critical care? Submit your pitch or poster proposal by October 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time, for possible inclusion in the 2025 event.

Learn More
 

Registration

 
Registrant
Rate
By February 22, 2025
Congress Attendee ​$300
SCCM Member a la carte ​$400
Nonmember a la carte $500

Payment Information

  • American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa credit cards are accepted.

  • Check or international money order, payable to SCCM, may be used to register via mail only.

  • Fees must be paid in U.S. funds and checks must be drawn on a U.S. bank.

  • For information on paying via wire transfer, please contact SCCM Customer Service at +1 847 827-6888.

  • Inquiries can be emailed to support@sccm.org.

Cancellation Policy 

Registrants may be eligible for refunds of activities at SCCM’s discretion. If you have not accessed the activity’s materials, have not completed a significant portion of the activity, and/or the content does not meet your needs, you may be eligible for a refund. A registrant’s cancellation of an in-person activity may incur a fee, at SCCM’s discretion. To reschedule an in-person activity, please contact SCCM Customer Service at least 30 days before the activity. If SCCM cannot hold an activity as intended, SCCM shall not be liable for any costs, expenses, or fees related to cancellation of travel and attendance associated with the event.

Agenda and Faculty

Subject to change. Faculty coming soon.
 
7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Registration and Breakfast
8:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. Welcome to the Future of Critical Care Innovation
8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Keynote: Innovator's Journey: From Concept to Impact
9:00 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Workshops and Roundtables
9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Networking and Poster Presentation Voting
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Tech Horizons: The Future of AI, Data Integration, and Big Data in Critical Care
11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Workshops and Roundtables
12:15 p.m.– 1:15 p.m. Lunch
1:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Investor Insights: What Do Venture Capitalists and Angels Look For?
2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Networking and Last-Chance Poster Voting
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Pitch–a–Palooza: Showcasing Innovations in Critical Care
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Lessons from the Trenches: Entrepreneurial Journeys in Critical Care
4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Pitch Awards
5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. Reflecting on the Day: Closing Remarks and Next Steps
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Networking Reception

Hotel and Travel

Take advantage of discounted hotel rates. SCCM has secured blocks at various hotels for Congress and its precourses, which include Critical Care Innovation Incubator. All reservations are subject to availability. The deadline for booking at discounted SCCM rates is Monday, January 27, 2025.


Benefits of the SCCM room block:
  • Exclusive and deeply discounted room rates
  • Access to perks and a guest experience tailored to Congress attendees
  • Hotel staff recognition of your affiliation with SCCM so they can better address your needs
  • Assurance that your hotel is vetted and within walking distance of the convention center
  • Access to government rates for eligible guests

If you need to modify your existing reservation, please contact the hotel directly.

Air Travel

SCCM has arranged for discounted airfare with United Airlines and Delta Airlines for travel to Orlando, Florida.

United Airlines
Discount Booking Code: ZQ2N633028
Book Online
By phone: +1 800 426-1122

Delta Airlines
Meeting Ticket Designator/Meeting Code: NM445
Group Ticket Designator: NG4TP
Eligible Airports: Orlando, Daytona Beach, Ft. Myers
Book Online
By phone: +1 800 328-1111

Car Rental

SCCM has negotiated special car rental rates for attendees.

Enterprise
Website: enterprise.com
Discount code: XZP1SCC

National
Website: nationalcar.com
Discount code: XZP1SCC

Critical Care Congress

SCCM

February 23-25, 2025
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida, USA

Everything you need to advance your daily practice is at Congress! Explore the latest in critical care knowledge, research, and technology while engaging with a diverse community of multiprofessional clinicians.
  • Comprehensive science-based program
  • Opportunities to form and strengthen connections
  • Newest tools and technologies
  • Accredited continuing education credits and maintenance of certification points
SCCM is the only multiprofessional organization dedicated exclusively to critical care and is a recognized leader in critical care education. Collaborate with those who share your goal of improving patient care.

Learn More
 

Pitch and Poster Proposals

Deadline extended to October 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

Do you have an innovative idea or solution that can transform critical care? Submit your pitch or poster proposal for the Critical Care Innovation Incubator by October 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time, for possible inclusion in the 2025 event.
 
Why should you submit a proposal?
  • Gain feedback and resources to support your innovation or current venture
  • Build powerful new partnerships to accelerate your idea from concept to bedside
  • Increase your visibility in the critical care space
Submit your proposals by October 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time, for possible inclusion in the 2025 event. Decisions will be communicated in November 2024.

General Criteria
  • Submit ideas and active projects for potential commercialization to improve care for critically ill or injured patients. There are no restrictions on stage of development.
Proposal Details
  • Pitches
    • Topics: Innovations that are scalable and address unmet needs in critical care.
    • Format: The top six pitches will be selected to present a live three-minute pitch during the course to attendees and a panel of judges. From these, the judges will choose two finalists to deliver a longer six-minute pitch. The judges will then vote to determine which finalist will receive the award.
    • Benefits: Selected pitch submitters will showcase their ideas to a diverse audience of industry leaders, clinicians, and investors, fostering collaborations and support for further development. The winning pitch will receive $10,000.
  • Posters
    • Topics: Innovations that are scalable and address unmet needs in critical care.
    • Format: Chosen posters will be displayed prominently throughout the event venue. The attendees and a judging panel will vote to determine a winner.
    • Benefits: Accepted posters will be featured prominently, providing presenters with visibility among attendees, potential collaborators, and investors interested in advancing critical care innovations. Posters will be voted on by attendees and a judging panel. The awards for posters are as follows:
      • The highest-rated poster will be awarded $5,000.
      • The highest-rated poster relating to patient safety will be awarded $2,000.
      • If a patient safety poster is rated the highest overall, it will be awarded $7,000.
  • Selection Criteria: Relevance to critical care innovation, potential impact on patient outcomes, novelty of the idea, and feasibility.
  • Submission Requirements: You must register to attend the event to be selected to present your pitch or poster. You do not need to be an SCCM member to submit. You may submit a pitch and a poster. Address the following areas in your proposal:
    • Description of the technology, idea, or innovation
    • What problem does this technology, idea, or innovation solve?
    • What need does this technology, idea, or innovation address?
Proposal submission is now closed.

Why should you submit a proposal?
  • Gain feedback and resources to support your innovation or current venture
  • Build powerful new partnerships to accelerate your idea from concept to bedside
  • Increase your visibility in the critical care space
General Criteria
  • Submit ideas and active projects for potential commercialization to improve care for critically ill or injured patients. There are no restrictions on stage of development.
Proposal Details
  • Pitches
    • Topics: Innovations that are scalable and address unmet needs in critical care.
    • Format: The top six pitches will be selected to present a live three-minute pitch during the course to attendees and a panel of judges. From these, the judges will choose two finalists to deliver a longer six-minute pitch. The judges will then vote to determine which finalist will receive the award.
    • Benefits: Selected pitch submitters will showcase their ideas to a diverse audience of industry leaders, clinicians, and investors, fostering collaborations and support for further development. The winning pitch will receive $10,000.
  • Posters
    • Topics: Innovations that are scalable and address unmet needs in critical care.
    • Format: Chosen posters will be displayed prominently throughout the event venue. The attendees and a judging panel will vote to determine a winner.
    • Benefits: Accepted posters will be featured prominently, providing presenters with visibility among attendees, potential collaborators, and investors interested in advancing critical care innovations. Posters will be voted on by attendees and a judging panel. The awards for posters are as follows:
      • The highest-rated poster will be awarded $5,000.
      • The highest-rated poster relating to patient safety will be awarded $2,000.
      • If a patient safety poster is rated the highest overall, it will be awarded $7,000.
  • Selection Criteria: Relevance to critical care innovation, potential impact on patient outcomes, novelty of the idea, and feasibility.
  • Submission Requirements: You must register to attend the event to be selected to present your pitch or poster. You do not need to be an SCCM member to submit. You may submit a pitch and a poster. Address the following areas in your proposal:
    • Description of the technology, idea, or innovation
    • What problem does this technology, idea, or innovation solve?
    • What need does this technology, idea, or innovation address?

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Critical Care Innovation Incubator offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to support innovation in critical care and position your company or brand as a leader in the field.


Sponsorship Levels 

Pioneer
Demonstrate your interests and position yourself as a knowledge expert. Serve as a panelist for two key activities: a Q&A session at the live event and a post-event webcast.

Trailblazers
Trailblazers, who are typically venture capitalists, investment bankers, angel investors, and representatives from startups are invited to present during the event on a topic of their choice.    


Opportunities for Every Budget 

Other opportunities include product or presentation demonstrations, supporting a networking reception or awards, and leveraging advertising.
 
 
Find Other Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities

For more information, schedule a time to connect with Desiree Ng or contact her by email or phone at +1 847 827-7188.

Awards

Selected pitch submitters will showcase their ideas to a diverse audience of industry leaders, clinicians, and investors, fostering collaborations and support for further development. The winning pitch will receive $10,000.
 
Accepted posters will be featured prominently, providing presenters with visibility among attendees, potential collaborators, and investors interested in advancing critical care innovations. Posters will be voted on by attendees and a judging panel. The awards for posters are as follows:
  • The highest-rated poster will be awarded $5,000.
  • The highest-rated poster relating to patient safety will be awarded $2,000.
  • If a patient safety poster is rated the highest overall, it will be awarded $7,000.
 The patient safety poster award is sponsored by the Patient Safety Technology Challenge.
 
About the Patient Safety Technology Challenge
The Patient Safety Technology Challenge is an initiative administered by the Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative and funded by the Jewish Healthcare Foundation and designed to fuel the engagement of students and innovators in creating solutions and envisioning transformational approaches to reduce preventable harm from medical errors. The initiative will inject patient safety awards and prizes into existing local, regional, and national competitions and produce a documentary to help increase awareness of the patient safety crisis and to support budding tech-enabled patient safety solutions.

Guided by national partners experienced in safety technology and advanced healthcare analytics, the Challenge funds awards to organizers of existing events, from hackathons to start-up weekends. Learn more.