The Psychiatry Innovation Lab (PIL) is an annual competition that brings together visionary entrepreneurs, clinicians, and changemakers to showcase groundbreaking solutions transforming mental health care.
Modeled after high-energy pitch events, participants compete for funding, the prestigious PIL trophy, and industry-wide recognition. Hosted within the Mental Health Innovation Zone at the American Psychiatric Association’s Annual Meeting, PIL serves as a launchpad for innovation, collaboration, and progress in psychiatry.
In 2025, finalists Allia Health, BlackDog Green, FirstThen Inc., and Sama Therapeutics impressed judges and attendees alike with transformative ideas that demonstrated the power of innovation in mental health.
Join us for the next Psychiatry Innovation Lab on Monday, May 18, 2026, in San Francisco, CA.
The submission portal for the 2027 Psychiatry Innovation Lab will open in November 2026. Stay tuned for more details!
Become a Sponsor
Support the next wave of innovation in mental health care by becoming a 2027 Psychiatry Innovation Lab Sponsor. Align your brand with visionary leaders in psychiatry, entrepreneurship, and digital health while gaining direct exposure to decision-makers shaping the future of the field.
PIL Title Sponsor – $15,000
Position your company as a thought leader in mental health innovation through exclusive visibility and engagement opportunities within the Mental Health Innovation Zone.
Sponsorship package includes:
- Forty (40)-minute TED-style presentation on stage
- Recognition as a prize contributor during the live event
- Prominent on-stage signage
- Visibility in the APA Annual Meeting mobile app
- Two (2) Mental Health Innovation Zone day passes
Show your commitment to advancing psychiatric care and connect with innovators driving meaningful change.
Contact Us
For additional information or questions, reach out to us at [email protected].
