


Innovation in HealthTech & Wellbeing Accelerator 2025
La French Tech Dublin, in partnership with Crédit Agricole Creditor Insurance (CACI), is excited to announce the launch of its inaugural Innovation in HealthTech and Wellbeing Accelerator.
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This initiative has been developed in collaboration with Enterprise Ireland, The Digital Hub, the France Ireland Chamber of Commerce, and Business France, with CACI serving as the primary sponsor.
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Why Health and Wellbeing?
Irish companies in the Health and Wellbeing sector have a unique opportunity to expand their horizons by applying for an initiative that could take them to France, one of Europe's leading hubs for health innovation.
With €7 billion dedicated to its Health Innovation Plan 2030, France is investing heavily in the future of healthcare, including €2 billion focused on biotherapy, digital health, and emerging infectious diseases. Furthermore, an additional €800 million is set aside for the bioproduction of innovative therapies, pivotal for advancing personalized medicine in fields like oncology, immunology, and rare diseases.
France's dynamic Sportech sector is another key area of innovation and growth, making the country an attractive destination for companies. The Sportech collective, which brings together over 150 innovative and high-impact companies in the sports industry, has seen significant success, generating nearly €1 billion in revenue in 2023. The sector’s growth is further underscored by a 25% increase in fundraising in 2023, a notable achievement, especially when compared to a global decline of over 75% in the same period.
This accelerator initiative presents an unparalleled chance for Irish companies to join a vibrant ecosystem, benefit from substantial support opportunities, and make a meaningful impact on global health and wellbeing.
This would represent a great learning experience for companies wishing to go international!
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The Challenge
Are you a company looking to revolutionise the Health and Wellbeing sectors through innovative technology?
Do you have a groundbreaking solution that could transform Health and Wellbeing on a global scale?
Do you envision your company making a global impact in the Health and Wellbeing sector, with international reach?
This acceleration programme is for you!
Start by completing the application form on The Challenge section and reviewing the Rules. Selected companies will advance to the second round, where they will compete in a pitching event judged by a panel of industry experts.
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Immersion Week
The two winning companies will have a unique opportunity to participate in a bespoke one-week acceleration programme hosted at Le Village by CA in Paris at the end of 2024.
This bespoke immersive programme is designed to provide unparalleled access to key partners who can facilitate collaborations between France and Ireland in the Health and Wellbeing industry. Throughout the week, the two participating companies will meet potential investors, partners, and customers, and engage in targeted meetings aimed at fostering partnerships and expanding their networks within the French market.
A week of support to discover the French tech Ecosystem
• Personalised coaching pitch and pitch deck review for the French market
• Meetings with companies and industry experts to better understand the French market
• Meetings with financial advisors, recruitment expert
business angels and potential investors
• Business introductions
If relevant, participation in major tech events.
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At the end of the acceleration week, the 2 selected companies will have:
• A network of potential customers and partners in France
• The codes to build business in France and turn introductions into reality
• An in-depth understanding of the French market
A dedicated project manager to design the programme and to support the companies'' representatives during their week in Paris
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