The Healthcare Innovation Venture Ecosystem (HIVE) unites executives from leading U.S. healthcare institutions to co-invest in and accelerate vetted HealthTech startups — with speed, credibility, and structural alignment.

MIAMI, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — eMerge Americas, in partnership with SmartGateVC, today announced the public launch of the Healthcare Innovation Venture Ecosystem (HIVE) — a first-of-its-kind healthcare syndicate connecting leading health systems, payers, Med tech and Bio-pharma institutions with high-potential Healthcare startups. HIVE made its public debut at eMerge Americas 2026, where “finalist startups” pitched before an exclusive audience of healthcare executives and investors during the consortium’s inaugural in-person gathering.

Unlike traditional venture syndicates or corporate innovation funds, HIVE is built around active industry institutional participation. Member executives bring healthcare specific procurement authority, clinical validation capacity, and real-world deployment pathways — assets that transform a startup’s trajectory far beyond what capital alone can accomplish.

“Capital is not the problem. Ambition is not the problem. The problem has always been structural — the absence of a coordinated mechanism that puts the right institutions, the right capital, and the right startups in the same room and turbocharge innovation and adoption. HIVE ends that fragmentation. The 20+ institutions already involved are not a promise of what’s coming. They are evidence of what’s already here.”
— Jack Topdjian, Advisor, eMerge Americas | Venture Partner, SmartGateVC | Chief Convener, HIVE 

Built on Structure, Not Goodwill

HIVE operates with the rigor of a venture firm. Its structural pillars include senior executive representation with real decision rights, a neutral governance body ensuring strategic alignment across members, flexible at-will investment participation with incentives for shared risk, and AI-powered infrastructure for deal tracking, knowledge sharing, and portfolio analysis. The result is a consortium designed to act — not just convene.

Membership Is a Competitive Advantage

HIVE members gain first-look access to deal flow emerging from the combined portfolios and pipelines of fellow member institutions — before those opportunities reach the broader market. This early visibility, combined with shared due diligence and coordinated value offers ranging from clinical pilots to investment commitments, gives members a structural edge in identifying and backing the next wave of healthcare innovation while optimizing their investment commitments and focusing on the most promising startups.

The Right People Are Already Aligned

The health system leaders, innovators, and operators who participated in the HIVE experience at eMerge Americas 2026 — including committee members from Orlando Health, Tampa General Hospital, and Cleveland Clinic — are deeply integrated into the consortium’s deal flow and selection process, lending both strategic depth and real-world clinical perspective to every investment decision.

“Healthcare innovation only matters when it solves real clinical problems. Through HIVE, strategic partners submit pre‑validated technologies, so we’re able to focus our time on solutions with demonstrated potential. That cuts through the noise and lets health systems pressure‑test or invest in only the opportunities that have a credible path to impact.”
— Anthony Mango, Senior Manager of Product Development & Commercialization | HIVE Committee Member

“At Tampa General, our most important standard for innovation is whether the idea addresses a true need for our organization and the patients we serve. Our hope is that HIVE will give us a seat at the table from the earliest stages of healthcare innovation — allowing us to proactively infuse the perspectives of our team members and providers at the front end to shape outcomes rather than react to them.”
— Rachel Feinman, SVP of Innovation, Ventures & Digital Solutions, Tampa General Hospital | HIVE Committee Member

“Cleveland Clinic is committed to translating innovation into patient impact. It’s important for us to be able to connect with startups aligned with real clinical needs. This also gives us an opportunity to deploy our expertise and resources in ways that go beyond a check.”
— Linda Li, Partner, Cleveland Clinic | HIVE Committee Member

How Startups Participate

HIVE accepts only startup nominations from member institutions from seed to late Series A. Typically these are already institutional portfolio companies or startups in completed or active due diligence. Selected finalists are invited to pitch before the full membership in a structured session, during which members indicate value offers — such as clinical pilots, mentorship, or investment commitments — matched to each startup’s specific needs. Top companies through this year around process are then invited to present at eMerge Americas, where the HIVE Awards formalize those commitments publicly: members announce on stage which startups they have chosen to back and why.

“eMerge Americas was built to be the place where the future of healthcare, technology, and capital converge. HIVE is the natural next step — turning that convergence into coordinated action. We are proud to anchor this alongside SmartGateVC and the institutions who have chosen to lead.”
— Melissa Medina, CEO, eMerge Americas

About HIVE
HIVE (Healthcare Innovation Venture Ecosystem) is a curated co-investment syndicate that brings together senior executives from leading U.S. healthcare institutions to identify, validate, and accelerate vetted HealthTech startups. Members contribute not only capital but active institutional engagement — clinical validation, procurement pathways, and strategic alignment — creating a uniquely powerful launchpad for early-stage companies solving real problems in healthcare delivery. HIVE was launched at eMerge Americas 2026 in partnership with SmartGateVC.

About SmartGateVC
SmartGateVC is a Southern California-based venture capital firm investing at the earliest stages in Physical AI / Robotics, Brain-Computer Interfaces / Neurotech, and Cybersecurity. The firm’s portfolio companies originate from leading innovation engines including Harvard, MIT, EPFL, Meta, NASA JPL, and Bosch — and have attracted follow-on and co-investment from Nvidia, Dell, Cisco, Bessemer, AI Fund, and other prominent strategics and venture firms. Learn more at smartgate.vc.

About eMerge Americas
eMerge Americas is a strategic convener and catalyst for innovation, bringing together global enterprises, startups, investors, and government leaders to accelerate advancements in AI, finance, health, and national security. Through year-round programming and its annual global tech conference and expo in Miami, eMerge Americas connects capital, talent, and ideas to drive impactful progress. Since 2014, the conference has attracted 20,000+ attendees annually from over 50 countries and catalyzed billions in venture investment. Learn more at emergeamericas.com.

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Bryj launches Beam Engage. The first engagement and retention solution built directly into an app builder. No extra tools. No extra team. No budget wasted renting someone else’s audience.

SAN FRANCISCO, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Here’s what most retail brands discovered the hard way:

building a mobile app was the easy part. Getting customers to open it again after day one, that’s where growth stalls, budgets bleed, and teams scramble for yet another point solution.

Today, Bryj changes that equation with the launch of Beam Engage, the activation and retention layer of its Beam platform. For the first time, the tools to build a mobile app and the tools to grow it live in one place. No third-party SDKs to bolt on, no integrations to babysit, no agency to stitch it all together.

No other app builder does this. Beam is the only platform that combines no-code app creation with a built-in engagement and retention system. Every other app builder treats engagement as someone else’s problem. Bryj doesn’t.

Beam Engage puts marketers in control of their highest-performing channel, the mobile app. Marketers organize work into Programs tied to real business outcomes such as onboarding, repeat purchase, win-back, loyalty and revenue, not one-off campaigns that go nowhere. Behavioral segmentation draws on first-party app data. Push and in-app messaging require zero engineering. And every touchpoint rolls up to the outcome it was built to drive, so you always know what’s working.

“Every dollar spent on Meta or Google builds someone else’s relationship with your customer. Mobile is the growth channel you own. Beam Engage is what makes it work,” said James Colgan, CEO of Bryj.

The timing matters. As AI reshapes search and social platforms tighten their grip on discovery, paid acquisition costs keep climbing while organic reach keeps shrinking. The brands that win the next decade will be the ones that own a direct line to their customers. The mobile app is that line, but only if you have the system to operate it.

Beam Studio already turns any brand’s website into a fully functional mobile app. Beam Engage turns that app into a machine that compounds over time: more repeat purchases, higher lifetime value, lower churn. Together, they replace the fragmented stack retail teams have been assembling for years: the build shop, the lifecycle tool, the analytics vendor, and the integration partner.

Beam Engage is available today for all Bryj customers. You can be up and running with your first engagement Program in days. No engineering required. Try Beam free at bryj.ai

About Bryj

Bryj created Bryj Beam, the all-in-one platform that helps brands build a high-performing mobile app, activate the right users, and turn them into loyal customers. All from one AI-powered system. No-code app creation, real-time engagement, and full-funnel growth measurement in a single platform. Trusted by 100+ global brands including PacSun, Allianz, Ethan Allen, and Renault. Learn more and get started at bryj.ai

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The article outlines key factors like contractor experience, project management, and local regulations for a successful construction project.

INDIANAPOLIS, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What should business owners consider when hiring a commercial contractor in Indianapolis? The answer is explored in a HelloNation article featuring insights from Bradley Quakenbush of White Oak Commercial Group.

The HelloNation article explains that contractor experience is one of the most important factors when selecting a commercial contractor. Contractors with a strong background in similar commercial construction project types are better prepared to anticipate challenges and maintain timelines. The article notes that reviewing past work and speaking with references helps assess reliability and overall workmanship when hiring a contractor in Indianapolis.

The article also highlights communication as a critical part of any successful construction project. Clear and consistent communication ensures that expectations around timelines, materials, and costs are understood from the start. When hiring a contractor, business owners benefit from choosing a commercial contractor who responds promptly and provides detailed, knowledgeable answers. This level of communication supports smoother project management and reduces the risk of misunderstandings.

Another important consideration discussed in the article is knowledge of local regulations. Commercial construction in Indianapolis requires compliance with zoning laws, safety codes, and permitting requirements. The article emphasizes that a commercial contractor familiar with local regulations can help prevent costly delays and ensure that the construction project meets all legal standards. This expertise also helps streamline inspections and approvals, which are essential parts of project management.

The HelloNation article further explains that strong project management is key to keeping a construction project organized and on schedule. A commercial contractor who oversees planning, scheduling, procurement, and on-site work can better coordinate all aspects of the job. Effective project management allows contractors to manage subcontractors, suppliers, and timelines while keeping the project aligned with budget expectations. This integrated approach is especially valuable when hiring a contractor for complex commercial work in Indianapolis.

In addition, the article outlines important questions to ask during the hiring process. These include inquiries about contractor experience, timelines, safety practices, and how unexpected issues are handled. By asking these questions, business owners can better understand how a commercial contractor approaches project management and problem-solving. This insight helps ensure the contractor is well-suited for the specific construction project.

The article also underscores the importance of professionalism and trust. A commercial contractor who demonstrates accountability and transparency is more likely to deliver consistent results. The article explains that combining contractor experience, communication skills, and knowledge of local regulations creates a strong foundation for a successful construction project in Indianapolis.

Commercial Contractor Experts emphasize that careful planning and thorough evaluation are essential when hiring a contractor. The article notes that taking time to review qualifications and assess project management capabilities can help avoid common issues and improve outcomes. Commercial Contractor Experts also highlight that understanding how contractors navigate local regulations is a key factor in completing projects efficiently.

The article concludes that hiring a contractor in Indianapolis requires a balanced approach that considers experience, communication, and regulatory knowledge. By focusing on these elements, business owners can make informed decisions and support the success of their construction project.

What to Look for When Hiring a Commercial Contractor in Indianapolis features insights from Bradley Quakenbush, Commercial Contractor Expert of Indianapolis, Indiana, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content with storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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