WHIN Global Accelerator Program

Your Launch Pad to Entering the U.S. Women’s Health Market

The WHIN Global Accelerator is an 8-week virtual soft landing program designed for international women’s health companies preparing for U.S. expansion.

We go beyond startup basics — giving founders the legal, regulatory, commercial, operational, and technical foundation required to succeed in the U.S. healthcare market.

The program concludes with an in-person Investor & Partner Showcase in the United States.

What you will learn.

Across eight weeks, founders develop a U.S.-ready operational and commercial plan, including:

Legal & Compliance Foundations: Incorporation, governance, HIPAA, SOC2, BAAs, data agreements, federal/state registrations, U.S. banking.
Regulatory, Reimbursement & Go-To-Market Strategy: FDA pathways, CPT/HCPCS, payer logic, coverage vs coding vs contracting, customer discovery, pilot design, GTM planning.
Branding, Marketing & Cultural Fit: U.S.-aligned messaging, clinical storytelling, brand credibility, thought leadership, PR and digital channels.
HR & Talent Strategy: U.S. employment law, compensation norms, hiring models, HR compliance, onboarding plans, visa considerations.
Finance, Accounting & Investment Readiness: U.S. tax structures, financial modeling, pricing strategy, evidence generation, HEOR basics, due diligence preparation.
Sales, Procurement & Partnerships: Sales cycles, vendor onboarding, contracting, pilot agreements, pricing structures, CRM architecture, channel partner logic.
Technology & Data Infrastructure: HIPAA hosting, SOC2, FHIR/APIs, interoperability, cybersecurity, audit readiness, analytics and reporting.
Investor Strategy & IP Positioning: Investor expectations, IP strategy, pitch development, data room preparation, Showcase coaching.

Plus: a 6-month WHIN Membership with mentorship, curated introductions, and workspace access with a dedicated U.S. based business mailing address.

Why WHIN?

WHIN is led by women with deep expertise across U.S. clinical care, payer systems, regulation, commercialization, and investment. We specialize exclusively in women’s health and provide tailored guidance, trusted national connections, and practical insight for credible and compliant U.S. entry.

Why Florida?

Jacksonville, Florida is a global destination for business and one of the fastest-growing healthcare regions in the United States. The region is anchored by world-class health systems including Mayo Clinic, Baptist Health, Wolfson Children’s, UF Health, and HCA, along with a rapidly expanding biomedical workforce. Its diverse population, collaborative healthcare ecosystem, and proximity to major hospitals, universities, payers, and research centers make it the ideal environment for WHIN’s in-person Investor Showcase and U.S. market entry support. Jacksonville is also recognized for its low cost of living, no state income tax, and high quality of life, offering an attractive base for international companies expanding into the U.S.

Format & Key Dates

PROGAM FORMAT: Fully virtual (Online on Thursdays)

INVESTOR SHOWCASE: In-person (Jacksonville, Florida)

Application Window: Nov 24 – Dec 15
Decisions: Dec 31
Orientation: Week of Jan 19
Program: Week of Feb 2 – Week of Mar 23
Investor Showcase: Week of Apr 13

January Cohort Exclusive Opportunity

Participants in the January 2026 WHIN Global Accelerator cohort will be invited to present at Venture & Vision 2026Conference, held April 15–16, 2026 at the Florida Blue Conference Center in Jacksonville, Florida. Cohort members will also receive a display table and 3 complimentary registrations (a $597 USD value).

Meet a Few of the Mentors & Advisors

Participants learn directly from senior operators, strategists, and commercialization experts, including:

Eligibility

Ideal for companies that:

Have early funding (seed or equivalent)
Have an MVP or market-ready solution
Show traction through pilots, partnerships, or revenue
Plan to enter or expand into the U.S.
Demonstrate high-impact potential in women’s health

Program Cost

USD $20,000

(Application Fee USD $199)
This fee is credited towards program cost if accepted. If you are not selected for this cohort but are accepted into a future one, you do NOT pay again, and the credit still applies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the program virtual?

Yes. All eight weeks are fully virtual. Only the Investor Showcase is in person.

Is travel included?

Funding for travel is not included in program or event costs.

Does WHIN take equity?

No. The program is equity-free.

What is included in the program fee?

All virtual instruction, weekly working sessions, one-on-one mentorship, and the in-person Showcase. Companies that complete the program and establish a U.S. entity receive a 6-month WHIN Membership, which includes:

Ongoing mentorship
Curated introductions
A U.S. business address
24/7 access to workspace, conference rooms, gym, cafeteria, and on-site amenities located at the Florida Blue campus

How does the application fee work?

Because the program receives high demand, the application fee is used to gauge seriousness and ensure that accepted companies plan to participate. If accepted, $199 is credited toward the program fee. If not selected for this session but accepted into a future one, you will not pay the fee again, and your credit still applies.

Do I need a U.S. entity to participate?

Not to join the accelerator. A U.S. entity is only required to access the 6-month WHIN Membership benefits, including workspace access and the U.S. business address.