Lunch with the Experts: Access to Funding for Health and Biotech Founders
marzo 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch with the Experts: Access to Funding for Health and Biotech Founders
Tuesday, March 18th 2025
12:00pm–1:00pm ET
Join us to discover key funding sources in the health and biotech sectors. This session will provide insights into assessing grant and investor readiness, identifying the right funding opportunities, and applying strategies to boost competitiveness. It will also highlight resources to improve access to funding.
Idong Essiet-Gibson, PhD, Principal Owner of The Idyeas Group
Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson, Founding Principal of The Idyeas Group, brings over 26 years of experience in healthcare and military service. She has led multimillion-dollar programs for BARDA (predecessor), CDC, and NIH, using her expertise in procurement, project management, and partnerships to scale health innovations. A certified PMP® and advocate for digital health solutions, Dr. Essiet-Gibson holds a PhD in Public Health, an MPH in International Health Policy, and an MS in Technology Management. Dr. Idong Essiet-Gibson, serves on the Greater Colesville Citizens Association Board and is a member of the Maryland Ready Reserve Corps.