Renana Ashkenazi & Adi Wallach Discuss Mental Health Innovation on the ‘Planetary Health First Mars Next’ Podcast

Did you know that over 30% of the U.S. population suffers from anxiety? With mental health challenges on the rise, innovative solutions are more important than ever.

That’s why we’re excited to share that Renana Ashkenazi, General Partner at Grove Ventures, and Adi Wallach, CEO & Co-founder of CalmiGo Neurotech, recently joined Michael Mann, MHA, on the Planetary Health First Mars Next podcast!

Exploring Innovation in Mental Health & Startup Investing

In the episode, titled “Transforming Mental Health with Adi Wallach, CalmiGo & Renana Ashkenazi,” they dive deep into the intersection of mental health technology, venture capital, and startup growth, while the key takeaways include:

• The realities of startup investing – Why the second meeting matters and how investors evaluate founders beyond the pitch
• The story behind CalmiGo – How Adi Wallach and her team developed a patented, drug-free technology that helps users manage anxiety, panic attacks, and PTSD in minutes
• The broader mental health landscape – Why the market still has major gaps and how emerging technologies are reshaping access to care

A Must-Listen for Mental Health & Startup Enthusiasts

This conversation is packed with valuable insights for founders, investors, and anyone passionate about mental health innovation. If you find it interesting building impactful startups, investing in breakthrough technologies, or understanding the future of mental health care, this episode is for you!

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