Credence Genomics honoured at Pitch@palace Commonwealth

Credence Genomics Sri Lanka’s first and only NGS based diagnostic firm made Sri Lanka proud again by reaching the finals of Pitch@palace Commonwealth.

Credence Genomics were in the top five in the People’s Choice category and amongst the final 12 as well, an honour indeed for both Dr Vaz Gnanam as well as Sri Lanka.

Pitch@palace Commonwealth is the platform to showcase Entrepreneurs from the 53 Commonwealth countries. Pitch@palace Commonwealth supports entrepreneurs by connecting them to local and international networks, thus helping them to amplify their businesses. As part of the Pitch@palace global network it will build connectivity between Commonwealth countries and other key markets.

Pitch@palace Commonwealth was held at St. James’s Palace, London on April 16th 2018, as part of the Commonwealth Summit. It is an opportunity for entrepreneurs from each of the 53 Commonwealth countries to pitch their business to CEOS, influencers, angels, mentors and potential investors and business partners.

The summit’s theme is ‘Towards a common future’ and is focused on building on the strengths of the Commonwealth to ensure responsiveness to global challenges and delivery of a more prosperous, secure, sustainable and fair future for all Commonwealth citizens. In line with the Commonwealth Summit’s aims, the theme for Pitch@palace Commonwealth 1.0 was ‘Human Tech - Benefits for Humanity’; addressing the need to build a healthier and more sustainable future for mankind.

Pitch@palace Commonwealth 1.0 aimed to support entrepreneurs who have identified opportunities in the areas of Biotech and Medtech, education, energy and the environment, internet security, consumer goods and IOT, artificial intelligence and machine learning and communications, media and entertainment.

Credence Genomics a revolutionary genetic mapping and diagnostics start up from Sri Lanka, already recognised globally for their innovative diagnostics using cutting edge technology, represented Sri Lanka under Biotech and Medtech at Pitch@palace Commonwealth, making them the first ever applicant from Sri Lanka for the most prestigious Pitch@ Palace host by the Duke of the York and the Royal Family.

Dr. Vaz Gnanam represented Credence Genomics and Sri Lanka at the Pitch@ Palace, and marched it successfully to the finals along with 11 other companies from Commonwealth countries including Australia, Canada and India. Pitch was witnessed by more than 200 potential supporters, including The Royal Family, CEOS, influencers, angels, mentors and business partners.