How can emerging technologies and data innovation transform America's approach to nutrition and health? Join leaders from across the health and nutrition world at Capital Factory - the Center of Gravity for Entrepreneurs in Texas - for an exclusive half-day event that bridges the gap between entrepreneurial innovation and policy impact.

This session brings together a dynamic mix of voices: A fireside chat between national leaders discussing national health priorities, demonstrations of cutting-edge tech solutions, and insights from frontline innovators including a school district superintendent, national retail executive, acclaimed chef, and data pioneers reshaping health research.

You'll experience:

• Live demos of breakthrough technologies reshaping nutrition programs
• Insider perspectives on scaling solutions across public and private sectors  
• Interactive discussions about turning data into real-world impact
• Networking with policy leaders, tech founders, and nutrition innovators
• Practical takeaways for implementing evidence-based solutions

Whether you're a founder building the next game-changing health tech platform, a policymaker seeking innovative solutions, or an industry leader interested in public-private partnerships, this session offers unique insights into one of society's most pressing challenges. Learn how entrepreneurs and policymakers approach health, nutrition, and wellbeing shortcomings and collaborate in unexpected ways to revolutionize nutrition through data-driven innovation.

Hosted by the Data Foundation at the Capital Factory House. Space is limited - register now to reserve your spot at this exclusive convening of technology and policy pioneers.

Speakers

• G. William "Bill" Hoagland, Senior Vice President, Bipartisan Policy Center
• Jason Karp, Founder and CEO, HumanCo
• Charles Miller, Director of Health and Economic Mobility Policy, Texas 2036
• Tara Karns-Wright, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, UT Health, San Antonio
• Naomi Nix, Tech Reporter, Washington Post
• Elijah Kelley, Chief Strategy and Product Officer, Yumlish
• Marissa Burgermaster, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Nutritional Sciences, UT Austin  and Assistant Professor, Department of Population Health, Dell Medical School

About Your Ticket: 

• To register for the event, select "CF House Programming."
• Your ticket includes,
  • Access to CF House public programming March 7-11, 2025
  • Access to Founders Lounge, public happy hours, startup activations, and MORE!
  • THIS PASS DOES NOT INCLUDE ACCESS TO CF HOUSE STARTUP CRAWL ON MARCH 7, 2025.

Location

•  Capital Factory, Antone's Room (16th Floor), 701 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701

Agenda

9:15 AM - "Reshaping America's Nutrition Landscape with Evidence-Informed Action"

This keynote will include a look at past and current health and nutrition policy, a holistic approach towards improving health, wellness, and nutrition outcomes across all communities in the US, and assess evidence-informed approaches in reshaping the management and understanding of nutrition challenges in the United States.

• Panelist: G. William "Bill" Hoagland, Senior Vice President, Bipartisan Policy Center
• Moderator: Nick Hart, President and CEO, Data Foundation

9:50 AM -  "Data-Driven Wellness: Journeying from Personal Health to Industry Innovation"

In this fireside chat, Jason Karp will discuss his journey with nutrition to where he is today, how data science helped him identify the causes of his health challenges, and the metrics he uses to evaluate health-promoting companies. The discussion will explore the relationship between nutrition science and consumer engagement, as well as opportunities to improve America's approach to nutrition and wellness.

• Panelist: Jason Karp, Founder & CEO, HumanCo
• Moderator: Patrick McGarry, GM Federal, data.world

10:20 AM - Break (15 min)
 

10:35 AM -  “Health Research in Action: How Organizations are Using Data and Evidence to Impact Texas Communities”

This expert panel brings together researchers to discuss evidence-based approaches to health outcomes and policy advocacy. Panelists will share insights on making complex scientific evidence accessible to diverse audiences and communities while addressing barriers to healthcare access in Texas. The conversation will cover data sources that support their work, cross-sector collaborations, and methods for translating health information for the public.

• Panelist: Tara Karns-Wright, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, UT Health, San Antonio
• Panelist: Charles Miller, Director of Health and Economic Mobility Policy, Texas 2036 
• Moderator: Sara Stefanik, Director, Center for Evidence Capacity, Data Foundation 

11:05 AM -  “Balancing Personalization, Privacy, and Public Health through Digital Transformation”

Our technology experts will examine how platforms and digital tools are changing nutrition and health outcomes through personalized approaches and data integration. The panel will discuss how algorithm-driven content and social media have affected the way health information reaches consumers, and the balance between data collection, personalization, and privacy concerns. Attendees will learn about evaluating the credibility of health technologies, understanding the role of nutrition data in healthcare systems, and potential areas for innovation in this field.

• Panelist: Marissa Burgermaster, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Population Health, Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin
• Panelist: Elijah Kelley, Chief Strategy and Product Officer, Yumlish
• Panelist: Naomi Nix, Tech Reporter, Washington Post
• Moderator: Ashley Nelle-Davis, Chief of Staff, Data Foundation

11:55 AM - Demo of data.world/cyberhill pilot data repository
Patrick McGarry and Jake McAndrew will provide an overview and demo of the in development data repository platform for the RWJF grant.  
 

12:10 PM - Closing remarks