Andrew Yang, CEO, Noble Mobile & Former US Presidential Candidate

Amy Bennett, Head of THE REAL Philanthropic Fund

Ron Diamond, Founder & CEO, Diamond Wealth - THE REAL Ambassador

How is philanthropy evolving from traditional grantmaking toward strategic investment in mental health? This conversation will explore how philanthropic capital can catalyze innovation, de-risk emerging solutions, and unlock greater impact across the mental health ecosystem.

Moderator: Shivan Bhavnani, evio.vc, GIMBHI, Partner & Founder - THE REAL Ambassador

Speakers: 

• Nathaan Demers, Principal Investor & Clinical Psychologist, HOPELAB

• Amy Bennett, Head of THE REAL Philanthropic Fund

• Elisha London, Founder & CEO, Prospira Global

+ 1 Surprise Guests

Join fellow participants in small, focused roundtable discussions designed to spark candid conversation, peer learning, and fresh thinking. Each table explores a key theme or challenge, guided by a facilitator to keep the dialogue flowing. This is your chance to go beyond panels and keynotes - connect directly, exchange perspectives, and leave with new insights and real-world ideas.

Hosts:

• Dan Radecki, CEO, Object Pharma

• Grace Ueng, Savvy Growth, Founder - THE REAL Ally

• Samantha Trotman Burman, StoryCatch | ISLEWORTH GROUP, Founder | CEO

• Lisa Gora, Shareholder, Baker Donelson

• Sarah Linke, Founder & CEO, Firehorse Health

A candid discussion on the power of honest conversation, storytelling, and human connection in reshaping how we think about men's mental health across both personal and professional life.

Moderator: Special Guest

Speakers:

• Ben Roche, Vice President & Wealth Advisor, Bernstein Private Wealth Management - THE REAL Ambassador 

• Sach Latti, CEO, Sachin Latti Ventures - THE REAL Ambassador 

• Geoffrey Sargeant, M.M. Dillon & Co, Managing Director & Head of Capital Markets | THE REAL Executive Ambassador

• Antony Besso, Chairman & CEO, AeriTek - THE REAL Ambassador 

As AI rapidly reshapes how we live, work, and access mental health support, trust has become one of the defining challenges of the next era. Bringing together perspectives from founders, investors, legal experts, and AI companion innovators, this conversation will explore what it takes to build trustworthy AI, from safety and transparency to privacy, accountability, and the human connection at the heart of mental health.

Moderator: Vince Perez, Long View Partners, Founder & Managing Partner - THE REAL Ambassador

Speakers:

• Laura Murray, Head of Global Mental Health, Google; Founder, CETA

• Andrew Chin, Chief AI Officer, AllianceBernstein

• Margaret Meagher, Chief Impact Officer, Crisis Text Line

+1 Surprise Guests

Raising capital in mental health comes with unique challenges—and opportunities. This founder-focused conversation goes beyond the pitch deck to unpack what investors are really looking for in 2026, from traction and evidence to storytelling, relationships, timing, and market potential. Hear directly from founders and investors on what it takes to stand out, secure the right capital, and build for long-term impact.

Moderator: Richard Zimmerman, WE Family Offices, Partner - THE REAL Ambassador

Speakers:

• Garth Smith, Ontario Brain Institute, VP, Business Development & Partnerships

• Daniel Koppelkamm, Convergence Partners - THE REAL Ambassador, Founder & Managing Partner 

Beyond psychedelics and other once-considered "fringe" approaches that are now gaining widespread support, a new generation of therapies is emerging that could fundamentally reshape how mental health is treated. This conversation will spotlight the most pioneering solutions moving from experimentation toward real-world clinical impact—and explore what investors, practitioners, and innovators should be watching next.

Moderator: Greg Kubin, General Partner, PsyMed Ventures & Co-host, The Business Trip Podcast

Speakers: 

• Dan Radecki, CEO, Object Pharmaceuticals

• Dr. Melinda Rees, Psyomics, CEO

• Dr. Don Vaughn, Ampa, CEO & Co-Founder

+ 1 Surprise Guest

Moderator: Laurie Dhue, Managing Director, Family Office Growth Partners

Speakers:

• Vera Anderson, Legacy Mindset Consultant, Global Elements & Chair, Tiger 21 Greater Tampa Area

• Tasha Byers, Founder & Principal, T.A. Byers Consulting LLC

• Melissa Blettner, CEO, Boyd Hollow Resorts

+1 Special Guests

Psychedelics are moving rapidly from the margins of mental health into the mainstream of scientific research, clinical development, and investment. This conversation will explore the most promising developments across the pipeline, evolving U.S. policy and regulation, and what it will take to translate breakthrough potential into safe, scalable, and accessible treatments for patients.

Moderator: Tadeausz Hawrot, Founder, PAREA - THE REAL Ambassador

Speakers:

• Judy Blumstock, Founder & CEO, Diamond Therapeutics

+3 Surprise Guests

Athletes face unique mental-health challenges as they navigate pressure, injury, identity and the transition beyond competition. This session explores how we can rethink support for athletes across the full journey—from peak performance to life after sport—and build new models that prioritize mental health, resilience and long-term wellbeing.

Moderator: Geoffrey Sargeant, M.M. Dillon & Co.Managing Director & Head of Capital Markets - THE REAL Ambassador

Speakers:

• Leonard Wheeler, Co-Executive Director, NFL Legends  - THE REAL Ambassador

• Samir Ceric, Chairman, Ceric & Co Single Family Office  - THE REAL Ambassador

• Darryl Woods, Founder & COO, The Culture of Sports & SuperBetter  - THE REAL Ambassador

• Nathan Romano, Co-CEO Collaborative Capital Advisors, evio VC

Institutional capital has the potential to accelerate systemic transformation across mental healthcare. Experts will discuss how major investors can influence access, innovation, and equity and what it takes to align financial returns with long-term societal impact.

Moderator: Danish Munir, GreyMatter Capital, Founding Partner

Speakers:

• Colin Rusch, Oppenheimer & Co. Inc., Managing Director

+2 Surprise Guests

A new generation of family wealth is reshaping the investment agenda, with growing interest in mental and brain health as both a societal imperative and an emerging investment opportunity. This conversation explores how family offices and especially next-gen wealth holders are approaching the sector, what is driving their conviction, and where they see the greatest opportunities for impact and returns.

• Moderator: Vera Anderson, Tiger 21 Chair - THE REAL Ally

Speakers:

• Elena Veale, Banker, JP Morgan Private Bank

• + 3 Surprise Guests

Surprise Guest

Shawn Lesser, Founder, THE REAL