Health2Tech Chicago – June 23, 2026
Join us on June 23rd for an exclusive meetup in Chicago that brings together the brightest minds in the digital health space. Hosted by Sarah Porter & Alex Koshykov, this evening promises to be a confluence of innovation, inspiration, and invaluable networking.
Schedule
Speakers
Founder & CEO Brightn, Ai Powered Mental Wellness Startup, Author and Founder The Living Undeterred Project, Keynote Speaker
TOPIC: From Darkness to Brightn: A Father's Story
Jeff Johnston is the Founder and CEO of Brightn, a comprehensive mental wellness app that brings together health, wealth, and purpose through evidence-based AI support. His life was forever changed on October 4, 2016, when his oldest son, Seth, died from fentanyl poisoning at age 23. Formerly a successful entrepreneur and financial advisor in Iowa, Jeff stepped away from his career to become a vocal advocate for substance use awareness and mental health. He began speaking in schools, joined the board of a local treatment facility, and launched the Living Undeterred Project in 2020 to confront stigma around addiction. That same year, he authored This One’s For You and launched the Living Undeterred Podcast. In 2021, Jeff lost his wife, Prudence, to alcoholism. Driven to create meaningful change, he completed a 95-day nationwide tour in 2022 and is now building Brightn to help others live with greater resilience and purpose.
Venue details
Great location in the heart of Chicago, equipped to foster conversations and connections. Venue details will be shared with registered attendees. Because of limited capacity, we won’t be able to accommodate everyone, so please register whenever you are sure you can attend.
Partners
The Yard is a coworking space at the intersection of innovation, creativity, design, & play – with locations in Chicago, New York, Philadelphia, and DC – with a variety of shared and private workspace options.