REALIZE Demo Day: Showcasing Innovations in Health Technology from Startups

REALIZE Demo Day: A Spotlight on Health Tech Innovations

On September 17, 2025, University Lab Partners (ULP) will hold its highly anticipated REALIZE Demo Day at the UCI Beall Applied Innovation at the Cove in Irvine, California. This event, scheduled from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM PT, marks the culmination of the REALIZE Accelerator program, where 11 innovative health tech startups will present live pitches focusing on medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health solutions.

What to Expect at REALIZE Demo Day

The participants are among the brightest minds in the health tech sector and will showcase cutting-edge solutions aimed at addressing some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. Each startup will present directly to a panel composed of industry experts and investors, which will offer crucial feedback and input designed to refine their commercialization strategies.

In addition to the pitches, the evening will include a significant fireside chat featuring Brian Cook, Vice President of Marketing at Bolt Medical, a company recently acquired by Boston Scientific. Having over 25 years of experience in the medtech industry, Cook will share valuable insights into building and scaling health tech organizations. His discussion will be moderated by Charla Triplett, the Director of Venture Acceleration at ULP and the creator of the REALIZE Accelerator.

“The pitches you'll see at REALIZE Demo Day are the culmination of months of hard work, mentorship, and collaboration,” said Charla Triplett. “Our founders aren't just showcasing ideas; they're presenting investor-ready solutions for some of healthcare's most significant issues. The feedback from our expert panelists and insights from industry leaders make this a unique opportunity to witness the future of health innovations.”

Attendee Highlights

Attendees can look forward to:
- Live pitch presentations from 11 innovative health tech startups.
- A Q&A session with industry experts following each pitch.
- A fireside chat featuring insights from Brian Cook, moderated by Charla Triplett.
- Opportunities to network with investors, advisors, and healthcare leaders from Southern California.
- Refreshments provided throughout the event.

About the REALIZE Accelerator

The REALIZE Accelerator is a free, 12-week program designed to support early-stage health tech startups based in Southern California. The program focuses on providing tailored mentorship, training for investor readiness, and access to a robust network of industry leaders to maximize the potential of its participants.

For those interested in attending the Demo Day, both investors and community members are welcome to join in person. For those who cannot attend live, investors will be given the option to request recordings of the event and access to the pitch decks post-event. Detailed registration information can be found on the official REALIZE Demo Day event page.

About University Lab Partners (ULP)

University Lab Partners is a nonprofit organization based in Irvine, CA, that aims to accelerate progress in life sciences and medtech innovation through their incubator facilities, startup accelerator, and STEM education initiatives. The REALIZE Demo Day is made possible through contributions from Andrews Cooper, alongside support from Ceemo AI and Eva Garland Consulting.

This event promises to be a pivotal moment for health tech startups, showcasing their innovative solutions that aim to transform the industry. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage and learn from some of the best and brightest in the health innovation community.