Versant Venture Management

About The Fund

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, Versant Venture Management, also known as Versant Ventures, is a venture capital firm that specializes in the healthcare sector. They focus on investing in innovative biotechnology, health technology, medical devices, hospital services, healthcare, wellness, life science, and woman-focused startups. Versant Ventures is known for its hands-on investment strategy and active role in the development of its portfolio companies. The firm is involved in various stages of growth, from seed to later stage investments, including Series A and B rounds. They often partner with entrepreneurs with groundbreaking ideas or products that can make a significant impact in their respective fields. Versant Ventures has a global presence with additional offices throughout North America and Europe, which allows them to have an expansive network and reach in the healthcare industry. Their investment thesis is centered on finding and nurturing exceptional talent, as well as forming companies around innovative science that can address significant unmet medical needs. Versant's approach includes building companies from the ground up and supporting them through their growth process, often culminating in successful exits through IPOs or acquisitions. They are recognized for creating value by providing expertise, guidance, and resources necessary for companies to thrive in the competitive healthcare market.