The healthcare pioneer’s gateway into the mainstream. MLA guides promising startups through the trials and tribulations of development, strategy and funding.
You are the MedTech Revolution
Step with us into the future of health!



What we do
Specialized Mentorship
Our mentorship program aims to elevate medtech startups through comprehensive support in product development, from concept to market-readiness. Our experts ensure products exceed industry standards for efficacy and safety, while providing strategic business guidance to navigate the medtech industry, identify growth, and build sustainable models.
- Product Development;
- Product Validation;
- Business Strategy.
Create Access
We help secure initial funding to give mentees a solid start, provide access to laboratories equipped with the latest technology, and offer access to our network of partners and investors. Our goal is to make sure our mentees have the resources, tools, and alliances to navigate the medtech ecosystem successfully, facilitating commercial succes for innovators.
- Initial Funding;
- Cutting-edge Labs & Technology;
- Partner & Investor Network.
Who we help
Early Stage /
Growth Stage Startups
Functional Prototypes, MVP, Market-Ready Products
Innovations in medical devices, biotechnology, digital health, AI in healthcare, and others
At MLA, we aim to meet the brightest, most daring innovators who are just starting their journey from brilliant newcomers to commercially successful leaders
of tomorrow.
Who we are
MLA boasts a team of business development experts with a diverse skill set and a wide industry-relevant network. Our goal is to use our resources and experience to guide the next generation of innovators towards success, leaving our mark on a new age of revolutionary medical technology.


Malina Lucia Turcut
Malina, a Harvard-educated entrepreneur and investor, brings over 19 years of experience in entrepreneurship, finance, fintech, and medtech. Renowned for her leadership and strategic financial expertise, she is also a certified Tech to Market Entrepreneurship & Venture Building Expert by the European Innovation Council, underscoring her proficiency in guiding ventures from concept to market success.

Lucian Paraschiv
With a legacy of over 20 years in the medical technology field, Lucian brings invaluable experience. His strategic partnership with Samsung Medical is a testament to his expertise, providing participants access to a global medical market as well as high-level networking opportunities.

Alexandru Paraschiv
Alexandru specializes in international business development, providing deep practical knowledge of global market trends and sustainable scaling. As a young entrepreneur, he is in the perfect position to understand startups’ needs and guide them in a way that is both personal and dynamic.
OUR WORKING PROCESS
1. Applications
Fill out the form below to introduce your team and project.
2. Interviews
If your startup seems like a great fit, we’ll invite you to an interview so we can get to know your vision better.
3. Onboarding
After a final selection, chosen startups will go through an integration process to prepare for the work ahead.
4. Strategy
Once you’re ready, we start laying out your path together – goals, needs, timeline.
5. Implementation
We’ll provide you with the mentorship, resources and networking opportunities necessary to fully realize your vision.
6. Growth
You’re not alone, even after you make it big. We’ll be there to monitor progress, guide scaling and assist in securing additional investment.
Ready to apply?
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faq
The onboarding process typically takes between 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the complexity of your needs and the responsiveness of your team. We ensure a smooth and comprehensive setup during this period.
Our services are always tailor made for the needs of our clients, as such some of our services will be free of charge while others will be require negotiating a fee/commission and/or equity.
We focus mainly on Europe, Middle East, North America and Asia, but our services are available to clients worldwide. We support innovation in medical technology regardless of geographical location.
We prioritize confidentiality and security. All information shared with us is protected by strict confidentiality agreements and robust data protection policies.
Yes, we provide guidance and support for navigating regulatory requirements. Our team has extensive experience in regulatory affairs and can assist you in preparing and submitting necessary documentation.