PitchFest Awards at Digital Health ReWired 2026: Nelson Advisors invited to the Judges Panel
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Nelson Advisors Partner Lloyd Price has been invited to Judge the PitchFest Awards at ReWired 2026. This is the third time Lloyd has judged the prestigious awards, highlighting the pedigree of UK Digital Health and MedTech companies.
Unlike standard "demo days," PitchFest is specifically designed to break down the barriers between start-ups and the NHS. The judges are not just venture capitalists but also Chief Information Officers (CIOs) and Chief Clinical Information Officers (CCIOs) who have the actual authority to procure new technology for hospitals.
PitchFest Awards at ReWired 2026
The PitchFest Awards at ReWired 2026 is the final stage of the UK's most high-profile digital health start-up competition, organised as part of the annual Digital Health Rewired conference and exhibition. It provides a platform for innovators to pitch their solutions to influential leaders, investors, and NHS digital teams.
The competition follows a phased process to select the final winners:
Application: Start-ups submit their proposals. The deadline for 2026 applications is 21 November 2025.
Virtual Heats: Shortlisted contestants pitch their solutions virtually to a panel of judges from the NHS, venture capitalists, and digital health accelerators.
Live Final: The top finalists compete live on stage at the Rewired conference.
Winner's Prize
The winners receive significant support and exposure, most notably:
Pilot Opportunity: Expert advice and the potential to run a real-world project within the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, delivered through the CW Innovation Team and Pitchfest partner CW+.
Visibility: Free entry to Rewired 2026 and features on Digital Health News.
The competition often includes separate categories for pre-revenue and revenue-generating start-ups. Past winners have achieved significant growth and secured funding within the NHS and international markets.
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