Forward Ventures
Overview
Forward Ventures, founded in 1993, is a leading life-science venture capital firm located in San Diego. Forward has a team of investment professionals with extensive experience in entrepreneurship, venture capital and operations. Our firm has invested in over 50 companies since it was founded in 1993 and currently has more than $500 million in capital under management. The most recent fund, Forward V, continues Forward Ventures' program of life sciences and health care venture investing in companies of all stages of development. Forward invests throughout the United States and will consider select European opportunities.
Investment Focus
- Strong management team
- Innovative technology
- Scalable business model
- Clear path to profitability
- Alignment with firm's investment thesis
Portfolio Companies
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Unlock full contacts →Frequently asked questions about Forward Ventures
What sectors does Forward Ventures invest in?
Forward Ventures invests in Biotechnology, AI and Health Tech, and is based in United States. Forward Ventures is listed as a incubator in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Forward Ventures invest at?
Forward Ventures backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B, Growth and Late Stage, writing cheques of 500K - 5M.
Which regions does Forward Ventures invest in?
Forward Ventures invests across United States and Europe.
Who are the partners at Forward Ventures?
Team members listed for Forward Ventures include Stuart Collinson (Partner) and Caroline Barberio (Chief Financial Officer).
What companies has Forward Ventures invested in?
Forward Ventures's portfolio includes Forward and GoForward.
How do I contact Forward Ventures?
Forward Ventures's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
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