Sodexo’s Accelerator: Revolutionizing Healthcare
Sodexo has selected three startups, ThriveMap, 1Huddle, and Memory Lane Games, to join its first cohort of the Sodexo Healthcare and Seniors Accelerator in the US. The startups will pilot their solutions to revolutionize healthcare organizations and senior living community management at a pitch day on July 24, 2023.
Innovating the Healthcare Landscape
Sodexo Healthcare and Seniors has partnered with L Marks to launch its Healthcare and Seniors Accelerator to enhance the patient, resident, and employee experience. The initiative will pilot innovations from startups, aiming to improve Sodexo’s offerings and help clients thrive in challenging operating environments.
A Promising Partnership
Daniel Saunders, CEO of L Marks, expressed his enthusiasm about this collaboration, stating,
“ThriveMap, 1Huddle, and Memory Lane Games have the unique opportunity to support a leader in food and facilities management for top healthcare organizations and senior living communities across the U.S.”
This partnership between Sodexo and these startups aims to provide impactful solutions that improve the lives of patients, residents, and healthcare professionals.
Meet the Selected Startups
- ThriveMap: It offers personalized pre-hire assessments for high-volume and frontline hiring to ensure a good fit for both employer and employee.
- Memory Lane Games creates customized quiz games for memory care facilities, helping to monitor cognitive decline in patients with neurological conditions like dementia.
- 1Huddle 1Huddle introduces a training and development platform that employs quick-burst mobile games to educate and upskill workforces effectively.
Over 100 companies applied for the Sodexo Healthcare and Seniors Accelerator program, with 11 companies invited to pitch their solutions and potential partnerships to senior leaders, operators, and clients. Ultimately, ThriveMap, 1Huddle, and Memory Lane Games emerged as the most promising candidates to collaborate with Sodexo in enhancing the lives of patients, residents, and healthcare professionals.
Future Prospects
Sodexo’s Healthcare & Seniors Accelerator program is set to drive innovation, creating a better every day for everyone and building a better life for all. As Sodexo continues to lead the way in sustainable food services and provide valuable experiences, its partnerships hold promise for exciting developments in healthcare and senior living management.
