Why UK HealthTech Startups Fail to Scale (And How to Win US Investors) | Dr Roger Flint
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In this episode of On The Map, we sit down with Dr Roger Flint from Longwood Consultancy - GP, entrepreneur, healthcare innovator, venture capital advisor and angel investor, to explore what it really takes to build and scale a successful HealthTech company.
Drawing on his experience founding award-winning medical technology businesses, advising startups and investors, and working across both the UK and US markets, Roger shares practical insights for founders looking to commercialise innovation and attract investment.
In this episode we discuss: Why many healthcare startups struggle to scale The biggest mistakes founders make when commercialising clinical innovation Raising venture capital in the UK versus the United States Why American investors think differently
The importance of storytelling when pitching investors NHS vs US healthcare markets and what founders need to understand How to prepare for FDA approval and international expansion Founder psychology, leadership and knowing when to step aside Lessons from successful HealthTech companies including Current Health
Whether you're building a startup, raising investment, working in healthcare innovation or interested in entrepreneurship, this conversation offers valuable insights into scaling businesses internationally and turning great ideas into commercial success.
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