Enter TechRound’s HealthTech44 2026!
TechRound is excited to launch the first round of the HealthTech44 campaign, but this isn’t our first-ever time working in the medtech space. In 2025, the MedTech38 was a great success, but given changes in technology and the evolution of industries, this year, we’ve decided to open things up a bit
Thus, introducing the 2026 HealthTech44.
Inviting any and all startups, scale ups and SMEs working in health technology or medical technology around the world to stand the chance to be ranked among the top 44 companies to keep an eye on in the industry.
Each company featured will get an individual write-up, so it’s great publicity!
Founded in 2016, TechRound is the UK’s best-known and fastest-growing startup and tech news site. This is where decision-makers, investors and startups of all sizes and nature come to find out the latest developments and trends within the industry.
Entries Open: 9 July
Entry Cost: Free
Entry Deadline: 21 July, 5pm GMT
Winners To Be Announced: 10am GMT 30 July 2026
Why Enter?
- Featured in front of an audience of 200,000+ visitors per month
- Top 44 placements get a full page write-up (see example)
- Recognised by VCs, investors, journalists and industry leaders
- Free to enter
Our Criteria
- All companies must have some connection to the healthtech industry
- Revenue is not a deciding factor
- Both new businesses and established businesses welcome
Meet The Judges
Head Judge 2026
Dr. Stuart Grant, Founder of Archetype MedTech
Dr. Stuart Grant is the Founder of Archetype MedTech, where he provides product development leadership to founders, investors, and MedTech companies, bringing innovative medical technologies to market.
Alongside Archetype, Stuart is Co-Founder of C-True Surgical, Product Development Leadership Advisor to the Science and Engineering Health Technologies Alliance (SEHTA) and a Product Development Mentor with the NHS Clinical Entrepreneur Programme. His work spans the UK, Europe, the US and APAC, including Australia, China, and India.
Before founding Archetype, Stuart spent 25 years with Johnson & Johnson MedTech, where he established and led the company’s Shanghai R&D Centre of Excellence. He is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, holds a PhD in Medical Device Technology and Innovation, is a named inventor on multiple US medical device patents and is a regular speaker, mentor and contributor across the global MedTech sector.
Read more about Dr. Stuart Grant and what he’s looking out for in HealthTech44 entrants here.
Aline Gómez-Acebo Finat, CEO at ENIAX
Aline Gomez-Acebo Finat is a prominent tech operator, angel investor, and ecosystem builder specializing in deep tech, digital health, and venture capital. As the CEO of ENIAX, she scales a healthtech platform utilizing machine learning and natural language processing to manage data for nearly 100 million patients across 8 countries.
Committed to bridging the venture funding gap, she is also the Co-Founder of Calafia Iberia, the region’s first women-led angel investment syndicate. An Adjunct Professor at IE Business School with executive credentials from MIT, Stanford, and Harvard, Aline has received numerous awards like Top 100 Female Leader and EPIC award for her sustainability efforts in business.
Jeremy Lawson, Founder and CEO of Salynt Inc.
Jeremy Lawson is the Founder and CEO of Salynt Inc., a healthcare AI company developing advanced neuroimaging and clinical decision-support technologies that help clinicians better understand and treat complex neurological conditions. With over a decade of experience in artificial intelligence, data science, and technology innovation across the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community, he understands the intersection of healthcare, technology, and commercialization. Jeremy holds a Master’s in Data Science from The George Washington University and a Bachelor’s in Mathematics from Jackson State University.
Beyond his professional work, Jeremy is committed to mentorship, education, and community impact. He is a member of The National Alliance for Doctoral Studies in the Mathematical Sciences and previously served as President of the Maryland Black Caucus Foundation and Vice President of the International Black Firefighters Museum. He is passionate about empowering the next generation of innovators while advancing technologies that improve patient outcomes and clinical decision-making.
Jeremy enjoys cooking, playing the piano, traveling, and watching football in his spare time.
Kayne McGladrey, Independent Virtual CISO
Kayne McGladrey is an independent virtual CISO who helps SMBs and mid-market firms navigate compliance, AI regulation and cyber risk. Author of the upcoming book “Cyber Risk is a Myth,” and ranked number one globally for his cybersecurity and risk management expertise, Kayne bridges technical security with business outcomes.
Laliq Schuman, Reporter and SEO Executive at TechRound
Laliq is an SEO Executive with experience writing optimised content for a wide range of clients. She specialises in creating SEO-driven blogs and on-site content that aligns with both search intent and brand voice. With a client base spanning multiple industries, Laliq brings a broad knowledge of tech and consumer-focused topics to her work. Her exposure to innovation-driven sectors has sparked a particular interest in how technology can support and improve healthcare.
Important! Advice From The Judges
Words of advice from HealthTech44 Head Judge, Dr. Stuart Grant:
“Innovation creates possibility. Product development determines whether that possibility reaches the market.
“As Head Judge, I’ll certainly be looking at the innovation itself, but I’m equally interested in the quality of the product development behind it.
“The strongest MedTech teams don’t just explain what they’ve built. They demonstrate an understanding of the implications of their product development decisions – not just for the next milestone, but for everything that follows.
“For me, that’s where confidence comes from. Not that every decision is perfect, but that the team understands how today’s product development decisions shape tomorrow’s regulatory pathway, manufacturing strategy, commercial viability, and ultimately the product’s ability to reach the market.
“I’m looking forward to reviewing this year’s entries and seeing how founders and innovators have approached those decisions.”
Practical advice:
When filling out your company description (“Tell Us About the Company”), use the first line to describe your business, what it does and what you are about in two sentences…what makes you tick?
With our judges reading through hundreds of applications, we’re looking for a clear description of your business, its concept, its success and plans for growth.
Try to avoid waffle and discuss your business clearly and concisely.
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