The Venture Valkyrie

We talk about venture capitalism for healthcare innovators, how to get funded, and healthcare in space for NASA's Artemis Project. Lisa Suennen, also known as the Venture Valkyrie, is a special guest on "The Healthcare Nation" podcast hosted by Rick Gannotta.Lisa's background includes a journey from tech to healthcare, driven by a desire to do good while making money.The current state of healthcare faces challenges with complex systems and misaligned incentives hindering innovation.Technology can improve healthcare if services are optimized and personalized beyond just pharmaceuticals.Private equity and venture capital drive innovation and scaling of healthcare startups.Lisa guides startups by helping them understand healthcare economics, delivery, and aligning incentives.Consumer-driven healthcare services have gained momentum, but most consumers are disinterested until faced with urgent needs.Companies should be cautious about relying solely on consumer payments for healthcare services.Overseas companies often struggle to understand the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system, especially in digital health.Influencing companies' fundamental business model changes can be challenging, leading Lisa to explore a CEO role for direct impact.