JD Friedland, Angel Investor

With over two decades of experience as an investor, board member, M&A advisor, and corporate business development executive for companies and opportunities across healthcare, JD Friedland is renowned for his entrepreneurial acumen, strategic foresight, and impactful investments. Currently serving as Executive Director of Cleveland Clinic Ventures, JD oversees a diversified portfolio of innovative startups across the medical device, life sciences, and digital health sectors. Cleveland Clinic Ventures, the startup investment arm of a leading national hospital ranked highly by U.S. News and World Report, establishes and supports independent, investable companies that aim to generate both financial returns and strategic benefits that impact patient care and healthcare. As a thought leader in the venture capital ecosystem, JD frequently contributes insights on emerging trends and investment strategies through keynote speeches and industry publications. His dedication to fostering innovation and sustainable development underscores his role as a driving force in shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship.