Beyond the Proof-Of-Concept: How HealthSeed Is Scaling Healthcare Innovation Across Borders.

In the final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Safia Agueni, the COO and co-founder of HealthSeed.

HealthSeed is a Swiss healthcare venture studio helping biotech, medtech, diagnostics, AI drug discovery, and digital-health companies launch and scale across Europe, North America, and MENA.

In this interview, Safia shares her journey from nearly two decades in Big Pharma to launching HealthSeed, and why so many European health startups end up leaving the continent. She also discusses bridging innovation ecosystems across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and the power of community and trusted networks in building impactful ventures.

A must-listen for health tech entrepreneurs, impact investors, and anyone curious about what it really takes to bring healthcare innovation to patients worldwide.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Safia Agueni on LINKEDIN
• Learn more about HealthSeed at healhseed.vc
• Follow HealthSeed on social media: LinkedIn
• Listen to all our HIMSS26 Europe episodes at bit.ly/himsseu26

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introducing the HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series

01:35 - Safia Agueni's background and why she co-founded HealthSeed

04:50 - HealthSeed's three pillars, their target and focus

07:08 - The European startup exodus

10:15 - How HealthSeed supports companies

12:10 - Regional nuances: scaling in Africa and the Middle East

15:52 - HealthSeed's unique value proposition

17:57 - The HIMSS 2026 InnovationXchange

20:30 - The power of community and network to drive business

22:26 - Safia's advice for aspiring purpose-driven entrepreneurs

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

How Africa Is Reimagining Healthcare with AI.

In the fifth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande sits down with Valentine Kamau, the creator and host of AI HealthBeat Africa.

They explore the rapidly evolving landscape of AI and health tech across the African continent. Valentine shares her journey from health sciences researcher to podcaster, her mission to amplify the voices of African health tech innovators, and the groundbreaking solutions she has featured on her show.

Together, Claire and Valentine discuss the biggest challenges facing African health tech startups and reflect on the global push for patient-centered, preventive healthcare. A timely conversation on cross-continental collaboration, Pan-African innovation, and what it truly means to build health technology for all.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Valentine Kamau on LINKEDIN
• Learn more about AI HealthBeat Africa at aihealthdialoguesafrica.substack.com
• Follow AI HealthBeat Africa on their social media channels: YouTube | LinkedIn | X | TikTok | Instagram

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introducing the HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series

01:25 - Valentine Kamau's Journey from Health Sciences to Podcasting

04:54 - Innovative Solutions and Broader Impact on the Continent

07:41 - Challenges and Opportunities in African Health Tech

11:03 - Valentine's Take on Global Perspectives and Collaboration

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Addicted by Design: How Big Tech is Wiring Young Brains and What We Can Do About It.

In the fourth episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Marc Ritter, the CEO and co-founder of AWE Digital Wellness.

AWE Digital Wellness is the first online mental health platform specifically aimed at addressing internet and phone addiction in youth, teenagers, and young adults.

In this conversation, Marc unpacks the science behind smartphone addiction, digital burnout, and the mental health crisis quietly unfolding in the next generation. He shares how his own struggle with internet overuse led him to study neurobiological addiction patterns — and ultimately build a safer tech ecosystem for kids.

Claire and Marc also explore the dangers of unregulated AI (including the landmark Rain v. OpenAI case), and why simply banning social media for teens isn't enough.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Marc Ritter on LINKEDIN
• Learn more about AWE Digital Wellness at awewellness.org

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 special series

01:50 - Marc Ritter's Journey and Research in Mental Health and Technology Addiction

05:23 - The AWE Wellness Platform: AI-enhanced Therapy Targeting Youth Addiction

07:03 - AWE's Product Innovation: the Smarter Phone for Healthy Tech Use

10:10 - Digital Burnout: Fragmented Attention Through Information Overload

14:23 - AI Safety Gaps, Corporate Responsibility, and the Need for Regulation

18:58 - Marc's Outlook on AI’s Impact on Healthcare and Youth Well-being

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Why Women's Health Is the Investment Opportunity Investors Are Missing.

In the third episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande sits down with investment strategist Maryann Selfe, Founder of The Billion Dollar Blindspot.

With 25 years in institutional capital markets, Maryann brings a rare financial lens to a sector long underserved by research and funding. She shares how data gaps created by the systematic exclusion of women from clinical trials have distorted investment models — and why that's finally starting to change.

The discussion digs into the forces now converging to make women's health a compelling investment thesis: a massive demographic shift, the great wealth transfer, cultural change, and post-COVID technology breakthroughs. Maryann also introduces her platform, The Billion Dollar Blindspot, and her book of the same name — a practical guide for investors ready to enter the space.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Maryann Self on LINKEDIN
• Learn more about The Billion Dollar Blindspot platform at billiondollarblindspot.com
• Find all the details about Maryann's book at billiondollarblindspot.com/the-book

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introducing the HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series and the Women's Health panel

02:27 - Maryann Selfe’s Journey From Banking to Discovering Untapped Opportunities in Women's Health Investing

06:25 - The Billion Dollar Blindspot: the Capital Intelligence Platform Breaking Down Healthcare and Women's Health

08:37 - Challenges in Investing in Women's Health and Why Invest Now

10:50 - The Billion Dollar Blindspot: Why Did Maryann Write the Book? And What Does it Cover?

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

AI in Healthcare: How Heidi Is Giving Doctors More Time with Patients.

In the second episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Dr. Hannah Allen, the Chief Medical Officer at Heidi.

Heidi is building an AI Care Partner to expand clinical capacity by supporting every stage of care delivery. In addition to its AI scribe, Heidi gives clinicians access to trusted medical research at the point of care, and Comms, enabling healthcare teams to coordinate patient communications.

In this interview, Dr. Hannah shares her journey into digital health. She talks about challenges in healthcare AI adoption, such as interoperability and managing regulatory differences across global markets. Dr Hannah sees the future of AI in healthcare as an enabler to making medicine more human, shifting from patient-centered to person-centered care.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Dr. Hannah Allen on LINKEDIN
• Read the article on Dr. Hannah's journey: Blog post
• Learn more about Heidi at heidihealth.com
• Follow Heidi on their social media channels: LinkedIn | X | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 special series

01:30 - Dr. Hannah Allen's journey through innovation

05:30 - What is Heidi and How does it work?

07:22 - Heidi's broader platform vision

09:31 - Challenges in healthcare AI adoption

16:52 - The future of AI in healthcare

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Challenges and Opportunities in Transforming Healthcare Delivery.

In this first episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2026 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande reconnects with Hal Wolf, the President and CEO of HIMSS.

HIMSS (Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society) is a non-profit organization with a strong commitment to advancing global health through technology, supporting the transformation of the health ecosystem and fostering health equity.

In this conversation, Hal and Claire talk about the important role of information in modern healthcare technology, addressing workforce shortages through digital health innovations, and learning beyond borders to integrate global perspectives on healthcare.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Learn more about HIMSS activities and events at himss.org
• Follow HIMSS on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | TikTok

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

CHAPTERS:

00:19 - Introduction to HIMSS Europe 2026 Special Series

02:41 - The Role of Information in Healthcare Technology

11:11 - Global Perspectives in Healthcare Innovation

15:49 - Challenges and Innovations in Healthcare

21:20 - The Transformation of Health Monitoring through Digital Tools

24:13 - The Role of AI in Healthcare

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Hi friend, it’s Claire. This is a short bonus episode popping into your feed with a quick favor and a huge thank you.

Narratives of Purpose has been shortlisted for the Audience Award at the Suisse Podcast Awards 2026, and public voting is now open.

If the show has ever helped you think differently, feel less alone, or sparked a conversation you were glad you had, I would be so grateful for your vote. It takes about ten seconds.

You can vote here:

Suisse Podcast Awards 2026 Vote

Voting deadlines (two phases):

Phase 1 is open until March 15 at 12:00.

Phase 2 (Top 20) runs March 16 to March 27 at 12:00.

Thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting independent podcasting in Switzerland. Truly.

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Accountability and Responsible AI Governance in Healthcare.

In this final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Amanda Leal, the AI governance and policy specialist at HealthAI.

HealthAI, the global agency for responsible AI in health, is an independent nonprofit organization that promotes equitable access to AI-powered health innovations.

In this interview, Amanda reflects on her personal journey within the realm of healthcare and AI governance. Drawing from her legal background and experiences in tech policy, she shares her motivation to contribute to AI governance within the health sector.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Amanda Leal: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about HealthAI at healthai.agency
• Follow HealthAI on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Twitter/X | Instagram | YouTube
• Listen to all our HIMSS Europe episodes at bit.ly/himsseu

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - AI Governance and Accountability

01:23 - Introducing Amanda and HealthAI

03:18 - HealthAI's Mission and Activities

06:32 - AI Governance in The Health Sector

09:29 - Addressing the Gender Gap in AI

11:55 - Gender Inequality and AI Development

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

Utilising Existing Clinical Data for Gender-Specific Health Improvements.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Equal Care Founder & CEO Thao Nguyen.

Equal Care is rewriting medicine with precision, equity and inclusion by certifying prevention, diagnostics, and treatments with sex and gender balanced clinical data.

Thao's insights reveal an optimism for the future, with expectations for increased recognition and implementation of gender-specific practices across the healthcare continuum, ultimately leading to a paradigm shift that will benefit patients, healthcare providers, and the pharmaceutical industry alike.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Thao Nguyen: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about Equal Care at equal-care.org
• Follow Equal Care on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Listen to Episode 72 from our Women's Health series, Thao's first guest feature on Narratives of Purpose

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine

01:23 - Introducing Thao and Equal Care

04:48 - Addressing the Gender Health Gap Through Data

09:18 - Becoming the Number One Startup in Digital Health Innovation

13:07 - Gender-Specific Health in the Future

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network

The Future of Femtech and Why Women's Health Matters to All.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with pioneering tech founder Ida Tin, the Co-founder of Clue and the Founder of Femtech Assembly think tank.

Ida explores the evolution of the Femtech sector since she coined the term in 2016. She empahsizes the necessity for women's health to be acknowledged as a social imperative and to consider its implications for everyone. Ida advocates for framing women's health issues within the broader context of societal well-being.

Ida also argues that fostering understanding and empathy among men regarding women's health experiences is essential for creating a more equitable society. True progress requires brave dialogue and shared experiences, with both genders actively participating in reshaping narratives around health.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Ida Tin: LINKEDIN
• Read 'Femtech Assembly by Ida Tin' on Substack
• Learn more about the Clue app at helloclue.com
• Find more information on Daye, the innovative period care and gynae health company, at yourdaye.com

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
• Follow us: LinkedIn
• Connect with us: [email protected] | subscribe to our news
• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - The Importance of Women's Health in Society

01:21 - Introducing Ida and Femtech

03:41 - The Femtech Assembly Think Tank

05:30 - Bridging the Gender Gap in Health Awareness

07:20 - Involving Men in the Conversation

11:12 - Founder Stories in Femtech Innovation

Mentioned in this episode:

Narratives of Purpose is a proud member of the SwissCast Network

Discover more great podcasts for English-speaking Switzerland

SwissCast Network