New York, NY – November 21, 2024 –HITLAB and Versalie are proud to announce the winners of the HITLAB x Versalie Challenge, a groundbreaking competition dedicated to identifying digital health solutions that address the unique challenges faced by women during menopause. 

After an extensive review process involving a panel of industry experts, the winners were selected for their innovative approaches to improving the lives of millions of women globally. The finalists presented their solutions to a live audience of healthcare leaders, investors, and innovators during the pitch day event, held this afternoon. 

The Winners Are: 

1st Place: The Pause  –   Prize awarded: $25,000  

2nd Place: Tag  – Prize awarded:  $15,000  

3rd Place: Proov  – Prize awarded: $10,000  

Audience Choice Award/ Company– Proov  – Prize awarded: 12-month Executive subscription to HITLAB Breakthrough Alliance, a research project with HITLAB team, a promotion during upcoming HITLAB event. 

“Menopause is an underserved area in healthcare, and we are thrilled to see such innovative solutions addressing this critical life stage,” said Amy West, Principal Director Advisory Services and Chair of Women’s Health Initiative (WHTI), HITLAB. “The winners have demonstrated a commitment to improving women’s health through cutting-edge technology, and we look forward to seeing their impact in the field.” 

The HITLAB x Versalie Challenge received thousands of applications from around the world, reflecting a growing interest in leveraging digital health to tackle women’s health issues. For more information about the HITLAB x Versalie Challenge and the winners, please visit here 

About HITLAB 

HITLAB is a leading healthcare innovation and teaching lab dedicated to improving healthcare delivery worldwide. By applying rigorous research, HITLAB identifies opportunities and builds technology to drive health outcomes. 

About Versalie 

Versalie is a pioneering digital health company committed to creating transformative solutions in healthcare. We collaborate with like-minded innovators to drive meaningful change in women’s health and beyond.