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With a career spanning over 17 years, Nick Mercadante stands as a committed and inventive leader in the telehealth, mental health, and substance use disorder industries. As the founder and CEO of PursueCare, he's driving change by offering stigma-free, individualized medical treatment, counseling, and psychiatric care to those battling addiction—all accessible via telehealth and home medication delivery. A Juris Doctor by training, Nick has the unique capability of blending healthcare compliance and risk management into his business strategy, aided by his licensure to practice law in three states. His contributions extend beyond the boardroom; he serves as a board member and executive advisor at Fairfield University's School of Engineering, enriching the next generation of entrepreneurs with his profound insights into healthcare technology. Not just content with steering PursueCare's operational helm, Nick has also successfully attracted investments from key players in the sector, and he plays a c