Downeast Digital Summer Summit in Healthcare Innovation
July 24–27, 2025 | Bar Harbor, Maine
An exclusive, high-impact gathering of healthcare leaders, innovators, and changemakers designing solutions that make healthcare innovation more inclusive, effective, and equitable.
Invite-only attendance. Request consideration below.
About the Summit
The Downeast Digital Summer Summit in Healthcare Innovation brings together a carefully selected group of healthcare system leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators to collaborate on strategies that drive health equity through innovation.
This is not a traditional conference—it’s a working summit where partnerships are formed, priorities are aligned, and new models of care are designed. Conversations here translate into real-world action, investment, and transformation.
2025 Themes
- Closing Gaps Through Digital Health
- Innovation-Driven Care Models
- Community-Centered Investment Strategies
- Collaboration Between Systems, Startups, and Policymakers
- Making Innovation Equitable, Scalable, and Sustainable
Who Attends
- Health system & payer executives
- Government and health policy leaders
- Digital health founders & funders
- Clinical leaders, community-based orgs, and equity experts
While You’re in Bar Harbor
Make the most of your Summit experience by exploring one of Maine’s most iconic coastal destinations.
Bar Harbor is more than just a scenic backdrop—it’s a destination filled with natural beauty, culture, and outdoor adventure. Whether you arrive early or extend your stay after the Summit, here are just a few ways to enjoy your time in the area:
🌲 Explore Acadia National Park
Just minutes from town, Acadia offers hiking, biking, and stunning views from Cadillac Mountain—the first place to see sunrise in the U.S.
🚴 Bike or Walk the Carriage Roads
Enjoy 45 miles of historic, vehicle-free pathways winding through forest and around lakes—perfect for a pre-session refresh or group excursion.
⛵ Take a Harbor Cruise or Kayak Tour
Get out on the water for whale watching, lobster boat tours, or a peaceful paddle along the coast.
🦞 Indulge in Local Flavors
Bar Harbor is known for its incredible seafood—think lobster rolls, oysters, and waterfront dining. Don’t miss the blueberry pie or craft breweries.
🛍️ Browse Local Shops & Art Galleries
Stroll through downtown Bar Harbor to find handmade goods, local art, and unique souvenirs.
🎭 Catch Live Music or Cultural Events
From street performers to seasonal concerts and local museums, there’s always something happening in this vibrant coastal town.
Planning tip: Many attendees bring guests or extend their stay to enjoy Bar Harbor before or after the Summit.
Interested in Sponsoring?
Downeast Digital offers unique, high-impact sponsorship opportunities for organizations committed to equity, innovation, and partnership.
🔗 Learn about Sponsorship Opportunities
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