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January 20th, 2026
Heimatmuseum
Davos, Switzerland
2nd Annual
Mental Health Day in Davos
Step into the epicenter of mental and brain health innovation during Davos’ World Economic Forum, where leading family offices, investors, foundations, and global business leaders will converge. This exclusive day-long event is designed for those driving impact and capital into the mental health ecosystem.
This half-day event offers unparalleled networking opportunities and showcases a diverse lineup of sessions, including high-profile discussions, in-depth conversations on neurotech, Brain Capital, youth mental health, and insights into global mental health ecosystems.
Whether you're looking to connect with like-minded leaders, explore the investment landscape, or shape the future of mental health, this event is your gateway to meaningful impact and collaboration. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an influential network driving systemic change in mental health globally.
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Bringing together global leaders in finance and mental health to drive $10 billion into mental health by 2030.
Swiss Venture Capital firm whose ethos sits in tackling large unmet needs with a focus on Brain and Mental Health.
Our Current & Past Supporters
Our Past & Current Supporters
Meet the Team
Shawn Lesser
Founder
THE REAL Mental Health Foundation
Daniel Koppelkamm
Co-founder & Managing Partner
Convergence Partners
Heather Kelly
Executive Director
THE REAL Mental Health Foundation
Pascal Joncour
Partner
Convergence Partners
Georgia Ellis
Marketing and Brand Operations Lead
THE REAL Mental Health Foundation
Agenda: Tuesday 20th January
8:00 – 8:40am
Opening Keynotes & Vision
Scaling the Global Mental Health Ecosystem: Capital, Policy & Impact
A strategic keynote from The REAL’s founder, Shawn Lesser outlining THE REAL’s vision, progress since last Davos, and the ambition to mobilize $10B+ of capital into mental/brain health by 2030.
A Special Keynote Guest who will shine a light on the current global mental health ecosystem and how it’s not only growing, but offering more opportunity than ever before.
Dan Koppelkamm, partner at Convergence Partners & co-host of The Mental Health Day presents on the crucial importance of how to support sustainable human flourishing in the current times in which we are living & practical measures we can take to ensure we are flourishing, and not languishing.
8:45 – 9:25am
Brain Capital: Investing in Cognitive Health for Human & Economic Flourishing (Panel)
How investing in brain health unlocks the world’s most undervalued asset class and accelerates sustainable macroeconomic prosperity through normalising cognitive wellbeing and supporting breakthrough neuroinnovation across the global north and global south.
9:30 – 10:10am
From Promise to Practice: Scaling Psychedelic Medicine (Panel)
A unique opportunity to dive into advances in neuromodulation, polyvagal stimulation, AI-driven diagnostics, brain–computer interfaces, digital therapeutics & how this innovation is reshaping care and outcomes.
10:10 – 10:40am
Coffee + Networking
An intentional break to allow reflection and high-level networking.
10:40 – 11:20am
From Promise to Practice: Scaling Psychedelic Medicine (Panel)
Regulatory frameworks, clinical evidence, safety, business models, and how to bring psychedelic-assisted therapies to scale responsibly across North America & Europe.
11:25am – 12:05pm
How Digital Mental Health & AI are Shaping the Future of Care (Panel)
Focus: Digital platforms and artificial intelligence are transforming mental healthcare delivery, from remote therapy and wearable monitoring to AI-driven diagnostics and personalized intervention. The discussion will address both the promise and the challenges of integrating these technologies into global care systems.
12:10 – 12:50pm
How Policy, Payment, and Capital Reform Can Unlock Sustainable Financing and Reshape Mental Health Systems Globally. (Panel)
Payment reform, policy levers, sustainable financing (public/private), and catalytic capital to reshape mental health systems globally, including in the global north and the global south.
12:50 – 1:50pm
Breaking Ground with Founder Pitches
Five global leaders will present their groundbreaking technology and innovation in mental and brain health to our plenary audience.
1:50 – 2:00pm
Closing Keynote
Special Guest
Our exciting panels are still under final development. Stay tuned as we release the full agenda details.
Agenda
As a result of limited seating capacity, registering for the event does not guarantee an immediate confirmation. If a seat is available, a confirmation email will come from our team.
Registration
If you are interested in booking an apartment for the duration of the Congress, please contact georgia@thereal.care.