Startup Grind Madison’s next fireside chat will feature Mark Bakken of HealthX Ventures at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 18 at 100state, organizers announced recently.

Bakken is the founder and managing partner of the venture-fund company that invests in Madison-based healthcare IT startups that focus on areas such as operational efficiency, data management and integration, connected healthcare devices and business intelligence solutions for healthcare.

Previously, Bakken co-founded Nordic Consulting, one of the largest Epic consulting firms in the country.

The event begins with an hour-long networking session, followed by Bakken and a short Q&A session. Tickets cost $5-$10.

The goal of the monthly fireside chat series is to bring together community members who share an interest in startups, small businesses and innovation in the Madison area.