Innovation Gauntlet Registration

Elevate your company's presence among Annual Institute Attendees!

Step into one of the most dynamic sessions at the New Jersey & Metro Philadelphia HFMA Annual Institute in Atlantic City - the Innovation Gauntlet. In this fast-paced Shark Tank style showcase, three business partners will take the stage to present a case study with innovative solutions designed to address today’s biggest challenges and opportunities in healthcare finance and operations.
Each participant will deliver a brief presentation highlighting their solution, followed by live Q&A with both the judges and audience. The session is designed to spark discussion, share fresh ideas, and provide insight into emerging trends and technologies impacting the healthcare finance industry.
At the conclusion of the presentations, the judges will select one winning organization based on innovation, relevance, and potential industry impact. The winner will receive an exclusive follow-up demo opportunity with the judges.
The Innovation Gauntlet offers a unique platform for thought leadership, collaboration, and discovery of forward-thinking solutions driving the financial healthcare industry forward.

Please note that participation is subject to approval.

*A $995 nonrefundable application fee is required (collected fee to be used for Institute general speaker expenses).

Applications close on September 15th, 2026. Following the application period, a panel of judges will conduct a blind review and select 3 business partners to participate. All applicants will be notified directly of the selection outcome.

By completing this form, you acknowledge and agree to the following requirement if selected:

To secure your place in the session, a $6,500 participation fee is required immediately upon selection.*

Name

First NameLast Name

Title

Organization

Where is your company located?

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip CodeCountry

Year established

Is this your first or second company?

Type of company

Private or Public?

Client Base

Email Address

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.

Company Logo

Please provide a case study outlining the core innovation, the problem it solves, measurable impact, provider relevance, and scalability.

Keep it factual, not sales-oriented. Think of this as a private equity-style pitch — direct, strategic, and focused — minus the fundraising ask.This field is required.

*All submissions will be reviewed by the judging panel without company names or identifying information included. Applications will be evaluated solely on the strength and quality of the content submitted.

2026 Innovation Gauntlet