Three menopause innovators shortlisted for Femtech World Award

Three leaders in menopause innovation have been shortlisted for a Femtech World Award.

The Menopause Innovation of the Year award, sponsored by Cross-Border Impact Ventures (CBIV), recognises those showing exceptional innovation in addressing the health, wellbeing and quality-of-life needs of people navigating perimenopause, menopause, and beyond.

CBIV is an impact venture capital firm on a mission to revolutionise venture investing in health technology.

CBIV invests in early-growth stage health technology companies commercialising medical devices, diagnostics, therapeutics, and digital health innovations and leveraging cutting-edge technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML)

The Menopause Innovation of the Year award is one of 10 being celebrated at Femtech World’s third annual awards event.

The winner of this and all other awards will be revealed at a virtual event on June 11.

Congratulations to the shortlist and thank you to everyone who entered.

Menopause Innovation of the Year Shortlist

 

Noctera by Bonafide is a hormone-free, prescription-free, melatonin-free dietary supplement designed to combat sleep disruptions caused by hormonal changes – it’s been shown to improve quality of sleep, reduce sleep disturbances and increase daytime energy.

While other dietary supplements for sleep exist, products targeted at menopausal women focus more on managing night sweats because of their relationship to disrupted sleep. Noctera is a true menopausal sleep product targeting sleep disruptions caused by hormonal changes.

A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial demonstrated that Noctera significantly enhances sleep quality in perimenopausal and postmenopausal women who are experiencing moderate-to-severe sleep disturbances. 

Owning Your Menopause (OYM) was founded by Kate Rowe-Ham — personal trainer, bestselling author, and perimenopause survivor — with a single mission: to give midlife women expert-led fitness, nutrition, and wellbeing support that is designed specifically for them.

The result is a platform that members describe as feeling made for them. That is not an accident. It is the outcome of deep empathy, expert knowledge, and relentless commitment to a community that has historically been underserved by both the fitness industry and healthcare system.

OYM is not just an app. It is evidence that the right technology, in the right hands, can transform health outcomes for women who need it most.

The Womeno digital platform, Womeno App and Womeno-Friendly Workplaces programs combine holistic,science-driven, and deeply user-centered approach in addressing one of the most overlooked yet critical areas in women’s health.

One of the strongest reasons for this nomination is Womeno’s team commitment to practical, evidence-based solutions.

Rather than relying on trends or anecdotal wellness claims, Womeno integrates medical expertise, research-backed insights, and easy-to-use digital tools that empower every woman to make informed decisions about her health.