Woody Scal

Working closely with high potential, innovator companies in the confluence of health & fitness, healthy living, and healthcare

River Partners is the largest NGO in the western U.S. that restores river ecosystems in a triple win for people, the economy, and the environment.  By building new natural  floodplains, wetlands, and riparian forests bordering California’s rivers, we strengthen flood resilience, recharge groundwater, increase wildlife corridors and habitats, and expand public access to natural areas.

Lead this group of 100+ concerned citizens looking to elect Democratic candidates in key races across the country.  We host in-person events with strong candidates in close races that are important nationally, where our group’s support can make a difference.  Since 2024, we’ve held events for 7 U.S. Senate candidates, 12 U.S. House candidates, and one governor.  Our members have donated over $650,000 in 2026 and over $1M since we began.

Proclaim is developing a game-changing consumer oral care system that delivers highly effective, personalized care in 7 seconds, with just the push of a button.

Tonal is the world's most intelligent fitness system, enabling you to get stronger and leaner than you thought possible. It's made up of advanced, all-in-one hardware and a built-in personal trainer comprised of coaches, goal-based programs, and AI-driven personalized guidance. Truly the future of fitness.

Discoveries about the human microbiome have the potential to fundamentally change medicine. Pendulum Therapeutics is a consumer-focused biotechnology company using its unique understanding of the human microbiome to develop and commercialize products that address chronic diseases (such as Type 2 diabetes) and other health conditions related to gut health and the microbiome.

DOTS worked to develop a portable consumer device to detect allergens in food in minutes, using innovative biochemical diagnostics that enable faster, more accurate analysis

Graphwear is pioneering breakthrough technology using graphene for non-invasive monitoring of biomarkers, including blood glucose, to better manage chronic disease, address broader populations, and promote overall health.

Molekule’s breakthrough PECO air purification technology destroys allergens, viruses and bacteria in indoor air far beyond what commonly-used HEPA filters can do, and truly eliminates pollutants that other products miss, such as VOCs and industrial chemicals.

Owlet’s family of groundbreaking products and services creates a "smart nursery" for pregnant women and new parents. Owlet combines clinical grade sensors and AI-driven insights and alerts to let parents know that their baby is okay and help them navigate this challenging time in their lives.