APRIL 7-9, 2026 | MANHATTAN BEACH, CA
part Conference
part Partnering
part Pitch
The MTI Radar Forum is where MedTech Innovator’s evaluation process comes to life—bringing together vetted startups and the investors, strategics, and ecosystem leaders who are actively deciding what moves forward.
Deal flow is only as good as the companies in the pipeline.
Radar Forum exists to improve that signal. In a market crowded with noise, MTI’s Radar process filters for quality. Radar Forum is the validation stage—where curated companies are tested through live pitches, real diligence, and informed discussion.
This is where:
- Insight replaces speculation
- Context replaces cold outreach
- Conversations lead to real next steps
What Happens at the MTI Radar Forum
Unfiltered Insights
on how deals actually get done in medtech
Go beyond polished narratives and panel soundbites.
Hear directly from investors, strategics, providers, and ecosystem leaders about:
- How opportunities are really evaluated
- What drives internal buy-in—and what stops it
- Why some deals move quickly while others stall
These are the conversations that don’t happen on traditional conference stages.
Curated Partnering
Not speed dating. Not random meetings.
Every interaction is intentional and grounded in:
- Strategic relevance
- Clear context
- Mutual interest
Radar Forum prioritizes quality over volume—respecting everyone’s time and increasing the likelihood of meaningful follow-up.
Pitch Sessions
MTI’s diligence-driven format
Startups featured in Radar Pitch Sessions are:
- Actively moving through MTI’s evaluation process
- Vetted for quality, readiness, and relevance
- Presented with the context stakeholders need to engage intelligently
This isn’t about performance.
It’s about understanding which companies belong on your radar—and why.
The Result
A forum where:
- Startups gain clarity on how they’re truly perceived
- Stakeholders gain confidence in who to engage
- Everyone leaves with sharper focus and better signal
MTI Radar Forum isn’t about seeing more.
It’s about seeing what matters.
Agenda at a Glance
+ 1:1 PARTNERING AVAILABLE ALL DAY!
*Schedule is tentative and subject to change
Judges
Deep Engagement. Direct Influence.
Judges play an active role in shaping which startups rise within the MTI ecosystem.
As a Judge, you will:
- Engage deeply with vetted startups actively moving through MTI’s diligence process
- Evaluate companies based on technology, readiness, and real-world viability
- Contribute perspective that helps determine who advances—and why
- Participate in high-context discussions alongside other decision-makers
Judges gain:
- Early, structured insight into companies worth serious attention
- A clearer view of how innovation is evolving across medtech
- Meaningful influence on the next generation of MTI-backed startups
This is hands-on evaluation—not passive observation.
Approval required. Judges must attend and participate in a minimum of five sessions.
Attendees
High-Signal Access. Strategic Perspective.
Attendees engage as informed participants—learning, observing, and connecting within a highly curated environment. As an Attendee, you will:- Gain exposure to high-quality startups already filtered through MTI’s process
- Hear candid insights from judges and stakeholders on how decisions are made
- Participate in deal-focused conversations designed for relevance and efficiency
- Build context around which companies, teams, and trends deserve attention
- Early visibility into emerging companies and themes
- Sharper understanding of what decision-makers are looking for
- A focused environment that respects your time and strategic goals
Limited tickets. Approval required.
Sponsorship
Radar Forum sponsorships are designed for organizations seeking meaningful engagement, not just brand exposure.
Sponsors gain:
- Visibility within MTI’s evaluation and selection process
- Early access to vetted, diligence-ready companies
- Direct engagement with founders and decision-makers
- Opportunities to lead conversations at a critical validation stage
Judge FAQs
Radar Forum is a 2.5-day event. Judges may choose to attend for 1.5 days, if preferred.
No. Judges may opt out of up to two judging blocks and use that time for partnering, meetings, or networking.
Complimentary registration may be extended to long-time MTI judges, key opinion leaders, and strategic stakeholders aligned with MTI partnerships. Support may be available for individuals whose participation is valuable but where cost is a barrier.
Non-sponsor service providers who do not fall into the strategic or KOL categories are expected to register at the standard rate.
Previously known as the MTI Road Tour, the Radar Forum consolidates MTI’s evaluation, diligence, and partnering into a single, decision-focused experience.