Each week, we highlight recent news, stories, and updates from across the Cortado Ventures portfolio. From product advancements to industry recognition, these updates reflect the continued growth and impact our companies are driving across critical industries.
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This Week In the Portfolio – 08/30 – 09/05
Myri Health Founder Dr. Pinkey Patel Brings Maternal Health Conversation to NBC News
Myri Health – August 28
Myri Health Founder and CEO Dr. Pinkey Patel joined NBC News to discuss how pregnancy and postpartum symptoms are too often normalized, dismissed, or left for mothers to interpret themselves. The national conversation reinforces Myri Health’s work to build maternal health infrastructure that identifies concerns earlier and keeps care connected throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.
Read more here.
Sober Sidekick Research Highlights Spending Gap Between Crisis Care and Sustained Recovery
Sober Sidekick – August 31
Sober Sidekick released a research brief with Wakely Consulting Group and Health Management Associates analyzing more than $569 million in ACA marketplace substance use disorder spending. The analysis found that for every $1 spent on sustained-recovery services, $3.64 is spent on acute stabilization and short-cycle care, supporting the case for earlier and more continuous recovery support.
Read more here.
Quantum Space Selects Quindar to Support Mission Management for Prime
Quantum Space – September 1
Quantum Space selected Quindar to provide mission management software for its Prime Mission, helping streamline ground operations and improve speed, visibility, and confidence in spacecraft operations. The partnership marks another step toward Prime’s launch and the scalable ground infrastructure needed to support future Quantum Space missions.
Read more here.
Prelude Partners with GoodTrust to Connect Estate and Funeral Pre-Planning
Prelude – September 3
Prelude announced a new partnership with GoodTrust that connects estate planning with funded funeral pre-planning, bringing two traditionally separate parts of end-of-life planning into a more coordinated process. GoodTrust clients can document their wishes and connect with Prelude advisors to turn those wishes into funded, ready-to-go funeral plans for their families.
Read more here.
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