Company: EcoKMC LLC
Description: EcoKMC LLC is a prominent Global Medical Device Accelerator dedicated to supporting U.S. medical device companies, particularly late-stage startups, in their endeavors to penetrate the Chinese market. The company’s primary objective is to enhance the value of these startups by establishing a solid presence in China, thereby enabling U.S. founders to concentrate on their operations within the U.S. market.
Over the past three years, EcoKMC has made significant strides in the innovation sector and has been duly recognized by the City of Suzhou, China, for its contributions. The accolades include appraisals from the Suzhou Overseas Entrepreneur Innovation Center, acknowledgment by the U.S. Ambassador, and designation as an offshore center for the Suzhou Industry Technology Research Institute (SITRI), as well as the Overseas Innovation Center for the China Science Association in Suzhou. The company has also received recognition through the Suzhou City-level Makers Space and the Suzhou Internationalized Incubator.
EcoKMC specializes in facilitating the entry of U.S. innovative startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across 35 distinct industries, including medical devices, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, education, information technology, and clean technologies. A key initiative undertaken by EcoKMC is the development of an International Medical Device Accelerator mini-innovation park, designed to assist U.S. medical device startups in navigating the complexities of the Chinese market.
The resources and support provided by EcoKMC encompass five crucial aspects, ensuring that startups are well-equipped to thrive in this new environment. These include assistance with intellectual property (IP) protection, guidance through the China Food and Drug Administration (CFDA) approval process, establishment of distribution channels, access to a local team in China, and investment opportunities. By offering this comprehensive support, EcoKMC LLC effectively positions U.S. medical device startups for success in the Chinese marketplace.
Industry: Venture Capital and Private Equity
Founded: 2017
Location: Redondo Beach, CA
Address: Redondo Beach, CA, US
Size: 2-10 employees