Jumpstart Health Investors
Fueling Healthcare Innovation through Investments

Jumpstart Health Investors is well-recognized for its systematic approach to venture capital health investing. It has designed a family of funds for different stages of investment— from pre-seed to Series A. It includes Jumpstart Foundry for Pre-Seed investments, Jumpstart Capital for Seed and Series A, and Jumpstart Nova, an innovative venture fund specifically dedicated to supporting black-founded and led healthcare companies.

“We have a proven track record of 195 successful portfolio investments over nine years. Our special model identifies and supports promising healthcare innovations from inception to maturity,” says Doug Edwards, CEO, Jumpstart Health Investors. “We empower our portfolio companies with the essential resources and expert guidance for success in the evolving healthcare landscape.”

It realizes that the biggest challenge for the healthcare sector is the capital crunch.

Jumpstart Health Investors addresses this challenge through its innovative structure. The company reinvests in its portfolio companies to fulfill their capital requirements. It has also cultivated a robust network of affiliate partners to provide additional avenues for capital infusion, ensuring portfolio companies have the necessary resources for growth and success.

In response to the broader challenge of addressing healthcare issues, Jumpstart Health Investors strategically invests in technology like AI. The firm’s investment ethos prioritizes forward-thinking approaches to healthcare, driving transformative change and improving the overall healthcare experience.

It is well-positioned to drive meaningful change in healthcare and support the development of a more modern and consumer-friendly healthcare system.

“We have a simple mission, and that is to improve health for all,” says Edwards.

Jumpstart Health Investors takes a unique approach to healthcare investments through its core fund, Jumpstart Foundry. It is available to investors at a low minimum investment level allowing greater access to individuals who want to be a part of the substantial change in healthcare.

In 2023, Jumpstart Foundry plans to invest in 40 groundbreaking healthcare companies. It has already had numerous exits of 40x returns. Portfolio companies also have been able to materialize their expectations due to the healthcare network it has developed in terms of introductions, pilots, and programming.

Going beyond capital investment, the company also offers valuable education and content through its Jumpstart Insight system, enhancing the success potential of portfolio companies. “Our investment philosophy is centered on building relationships. We don’t just invest and exit; we invest and walk with founders for the long haul. We provide continuous support, education, introductions, and access to our extensive healthcare network built over a decade to ensure their success,” says Edwards.

The biggest differentiator for Jumpstart Health Investors is its expertise and knowledge of the healthcare industry, which has been honed over a decade. This invaluable experience provides the company with an insider’s perspective into the specific challenges and issues within the healthcare space. Jumpstart Health Investors actively identifies and invests in groundbreaking companies and visionary entrepreneurs with the potential to drive positive transformation within the industry.