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Connections Programme

Uniting top buyers with healthcare pioneers

The Connections Programme is WHX Dubai’s curated matchmaking initiative - designed to help the right people meet, efficiently and meaningfully.

Whether you’re joining as a healthcare decision-maker, exhibitor, or investor, the programme ensures your time at WHX is spent on high-value, purposeful meetings that matter.

Through data-led curation, participant vetting, and white-glove support, every connection is intentional - helping you engage with the most relevant people, explore new opportunities, and drive real outcomes before, during, and after the event.

Connections Programme

A better way to connect

The Connections Programme is built to help you meet the right people, faster. Through data-led matchmaking and a clear focus on relevance, participants gain access to curated meetings, tailored tools, and a smoother onsite experience.

Connect with verified decision-makers and industry leaders
Access qualified, high-value opportunities
Join scheduled 1:1 meetings through the WHX App
Meet healthtech innovators and key solution providers
Explore new technologies and partnerships
Identify relevant services that match your priorities
Accelerate buying and collaboration decisions
Plan ahead with curated schedules and concierge support
Build long-term partnerships that extend beyond the event
How does it work?
One platform, three pathways to purposeful meetings
If your aim is to source solutions, explore investments, or discover innovation - the Connections Programme streamlines how you meet the right people. Through curated tools, data-led matchmaking, and personalised support, we make every interaction more efficient, more relevant, and more valuable. Every connection made through the programme leads to more meaningful, outcome-driven meetings that drive your business forward
Join the WHX Connections Network

Apply to take part in the WHX Connections Programme.

As a participant, you’ll join a select network of senior professionals shaping the future of healthcare - with access to curated meetings and exclusive discussions that maximise your time onsite.

Meet 1:1

Connect with the Right People, Faster

Our team will matchmake you with exhibitors and partners that align with your role and goals. Every meeting is designed to be relevant, concise, and impactful, saving you time and helping you unlock opportunities faster.

Trade

Build Partnerships That Move Healthcare Forward

WHX is where conversations become collaborations.

From breakthrough technologies to established healthcare solutions, the Connections Programme creates the environment for commercial outcomes - faster, smarter, and with the right people in the room.

Connections Programme

Overview

Details Target Attendee Profiles Target Exhibitor Audience Next Steps
One curated list of vetted attendees (buyers with clear purchasing intent and vetted senior medical leaders) + speakers
  • Chief Procurement Officer/Government Procurement Lead
  • Chief Medical Officer / Medical Director
  • CEO/Founder, Head of Department/Senior Consultant
  • Clinician-Innovator/Public Health Official
    and more..

8 Key Exhibitors
8 New / Small Exhibitors

Vetting
Feature / Benefit 8 Key Exhibitors 8 Small / New Exhibitors
Concierge Meeting Support
Concierge-Led Scheduling
Concierge-Led Scheduling
WHX App Tab Access    
Guaranteed Meetings    
Inclusion in Guided Tours    
Conference Visibility According to Badge Type According to Badge Type
Year-Round Engagement    
FAQs
Here are some of the most common questions we get about our Connections Programme.
Who is eligible to join the Connection Programmes?

To qualified professionals in procurement, investment, and senior healthcare leadership roles. Participants must demonstrate a strong track record and a clear interest in meeting with exhibitors, startups, or innovators aligned to their objectives.

What happens after I apply?

Once your application is received, our team will review your profile based on programme-specific criteria. If approved, you’ll receive onboarding materials, access to the WHX App, and personalised guidance to help you make the most of your participation.

Do I have to schedule my own meetings?

The Connections Programme team will assist throughout the process.

Participants can send or accept meeting requests directly through the WHX App, while our team provides ongoing support to ensure you connect with the most relevant profiles.

Is there a cost to join?

There is no fee to join the Connections Programme.

However, participation is commitment-based. If accepted, you are expected to attend scheduled meetings and actively engage with relevant exhibitors or innovators as part of the programme experience.

What kind of meetings can I expect?

You’ll be matched with relevant exhibitors, innovators, and healthcare partners based on your profile and areas of interest. Meetings will take place onsite at exhibitor stands, or through guided introductions facilitated by our team.

How do I make the most of the programme?

We recommend completing your profile in full, clearly stating your areas of interest, and engaging with the platform early. This increases your chances of being matched with the most relevant participants and getting the most value from your time onsite.

Will I receive support before and during the event?

Yes. All participants receive onboarding support, and our team will provide concierge assistance onsite to help manage meetings and ensure your experience is seamless, productive, and impactful.