Danish Khan
16 May 2023
Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award
Romita, the dynamic founder and CEO of iHeal HealthTech, has achieved a remarkable feat in the realm of women empowerment and entrepreneurship by securing a spot as a Finalist for the prestigious Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award in the Asia Pacific region.
Renowned for its unwavering commitment to promoting social innovation and sustainable development, the Bayer Foundation has set its sights on closing the entrepreneurship gender gap by empowering women entrepreneurs in the developing world. The newly established "Women Empowerment Award" stands as a cornerstone of this transformative strategy.
Amidst fierce competition, with over 900 applications received and a rigorous three-round selection process, Romita emerged as one of the Top 20 women entrepreneurs in the Asia Pacific region. These exceptional individuals were granted access to an intensive four-week program designed to provide invaluable guidance and support, propelling their entrepreneurial endeavors to new heights.
The Finalist program offered a unique opportunity for Romita and her peers to engage in seven investor meetings, where their groundbreaking ideas and ventures were put under the spotlight. The final ten contenders were then presented to a distinguished jury committee comprising accomplished female leaders from Bayer and iconic external entrepreneurs in the realm of social innovation. Through an arduous evaluation process, the committee carefully identified the five ultimate awardees.
Romita's inclusion in the Top 10 recipients of the Bayer Foundation Women Empowerment Award highlights her exceptional achievements and the transformative potential of women-led start-ups in the region. Her entrepreneurial journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring women entrepreneurs, demonstrating the power of passion, resilience, and determination in driving innovation and creating a positive societal impact.
Expressing her gratitude, Romita acknowledges the invaluable connections provided by the Bayer Foundation that will play a crucial role in future collaborations and global expansion.
As iHeal HealthTech continues to make strides in the field of Musculoskeletal Health, Romita's recognition serves as a testament to her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to improving lives and fostering women entrepreneurship.