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Easton Capital

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Easton Capital is a distinguished New York-based venture capital firm with a specialized focus on the healthcare and life sciences sectors. The firm primarily targets early to growth-stage companies that are developing disruptive technologies and possess strong intellectual property. Their investment philosophy centers on identifying businesses with significant market potential and a clear path to commercialization, often seeking out companies that can address unmet medical needs or improve existing healthcare paradigms through innovative solutions.

Easton Capital is known for its hands-on approach, providing not only capital but also strategic guidance and operational support to its portfolio companies. They leverage their deep industry expertise and extensive network to help founders navigate the complex landscapes of drug development, regulatory approvals, and market entry. The firm's commitment extends beyond initial funding, often participating in follow-on rounds to support the long-term growth and success of their investments.

Financially, Easton Capital typically deploys initial checks ranging from $5 million to $15 million, depending on the stage of the company and the specific needs of the funding round. This enables them to be a significant lead or co-lead investor in Series A and B rounds. Their ability to make substantial investments is supported by robust fundraises, such as their Easton Capital Partners IV, L.P. fund, which successfully closed at $250 million. This capital base allows them to maintain a focused yet impactful portfolio, driving innovation within critical healthcare domains.

Investor Profile

Easton Capital has backed more than 73 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 26 rounds, about 36% of its total and boasts 21 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Series B, Series A, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, France.
  • Strong thematic focus on Health Care, Biotechnology, Medical.
  • Typical check size: $5M – $15M.

Stage Focus

  • Series B (23%)
  • Series A (21%)
  • Series Unknown (19%)
  • Series D (12%)
  • Series C (12%)
  • Series E (5%)
  • Debt Financing (3%)
  • Series F (1%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (1%)
  • Seed (1%)

Country Focus

  • United States (99%)
  • France (1%)

Industry Focus

  • Health Care
  • Biotechnology
  • Medical
  • Software
  • Therapeutics
  • Information Technology
  • Medical Device
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Manufacturing
  • Enterprise Software
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Easton Capital frequently co-invest with?

New Science Ventures
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 9
Canaan Partners
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 4
TVM Capital
Europe, Bayern, Germany, Munich
Co-Investments: 4
New Leaf Venture Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 4
Boston Millennia Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 7
Forbion Capital Partners
Europe, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, Naarden
Co-Investments: 6
Polaris Partners
North America, Massachusetts, United States, Boston
Co-Investments: 4
Global Life Science Ventures
Europe, Bayern, Germany, München
Co-Investments: 4
Morgenthaler Ventures
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Co-Investments: 8
FM
North America, Connecticut, United States, Norwalk
Co-Investments: 5

Which angels does Easton Capital often collaborate with?

AL
North America, California, United States
Shared Deals: 1
NJ
North America, California, United States, San Mateo
Shared Deals: 1
ZL
North America, New York, United States, New York
Shared Deals: 1
FN
North America, California, United States, Menlo Park
Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Easton Capital?

WellTrackONE

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States

WellTrackONE provides patient health and wellness programs to healthcare providers and organizations.

Health CareInformation TechnologyMedical
Series UnknownMay 17, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Claret Medical

Santa Rosa, California, United States

Claret Medical develops cerebral vascular protection systems for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and other procedures.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Series COct 23, 2017
Amount Raised: $14,500,000
Bluesight

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Bluesight is a medication intelligence company that utilizes AI and machine learning to reduce risks and solve supply chain inefficiencies.

Enterprise SoftwareHealth CareInformation TechnologySoftware
Series CJun 20, 2016
Amount Raised: $20,400,000
WellTrackONE

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, United States

WellTrackONE provides patient health and wellness programs to healthcare providers and organizations.

Health CareInformation TechnologyMedical
Series AAug 18, 2015
Amount Raised: $1,500,000
Wildflower Health

San Francisco, California, United States

Wildflower is a women’s health solutions company, specializing in digital and value-based care.

FitnessHealth CareMobileWellness
Series BJun 26, 2015
Amount Raised: $5,000,000
PerceptiMed

Mountain View, California, United States

PerceptiMed develops an advanced pill identification system designed to eliminate human errors in medication dispensing in pharmacies.

BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Series AMar 27, 2015
Amount Raised: $5,352,237
Bluesight

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Bluesight is a medication intelligence company that utilizes AI and machine learning to reduce risks and solve supply chain inefficiencies.

Enterprise SoftwareHealth CareInformation TechnologySoftware
Series BJan 12, 2015
Amount Raised: $12,000,000
Claret Medical

Santa Rosa, California, United States

Claret Medical develops cerebral vascular protection systems for Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) and other procedures.

Health CareMedicalMedical Device
Series BAug 18, 2014
Amount Raised: $18,000,000
electroCore

Basking Ridge, New Jersey, United States

ElectroCore develops neuromodulation therapies for the non-invasive treatment of diseases and disorders.

Health CareMedical DeviceTherapeutics
Series AJun 30, 2014
Amount Raised: $55,000,000
medCPU

New York, New York, United States

medCPU delivers real-time patient care advice through the use of its Advisor technology, a clinical decision and advisory support platform.

Health CareHospitalMedicalSoftware
Series BMay 29, 2014
Amount Raised: $9,300,000