Why Investing in Wellness is so Difficult

Today's guest is Marina Hadjipateras, a venture capitalist and co-founder of TMV. Marina brings a wealth of knowledge about investing in companies in the healthcare space, and joins us from New York.

Marina explains the role of a venture capitalist firm like TMV, which invests in early-stage companies, often pre-IPO. TMV's approach is unique, focusing on "People, Profit, and Planet." They seek out companies that are not just financially promising but also have a positive impact on the world. Marina shares insights into TMV's investment strategy, emphasizing the importance of a strong team, a significant market, and a unique solution to a real problem. And yes, like any VC firm, they are looking for a "unicorn," defined as a starup company with a value of $1 billion.

We look at the trend towards proactive healthcare. Marina highlights several companies in TMV's portfolio that are pioneering this shift, such as Parsley Health and Millie Clinic. These companies are moving away from reactive healthcare and focusing on holistic, patient-centered care.

Marina also touches on the importance of AI in healthcare, particularly in improving physician workflows and patient care. She mentions Tali AI, a Canadian company that has developed an Ambient Scribe to reduce physicians' administrative burdens. This shift towards AI and machine learning in healthcare is something TMV is actively investing in.

We delve into the challenges and opportunities of investing in healthcare and other sectors. Marina shares her journey of co-founding TMV and offers advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors. She emphasizes resilience, building a strong team, and being patient yet proactive. And yes, we ask her about being a woman principal in a male-dominated industry.

Resources from this episode:

Marina's email - [e-mail]

TMV Fund Website:https://tmv.vc/

Parsley Health: https://www.parsleyhealth.com/

Millie Clinic: https://www.millieclinic.com/

Tali AI: https://tali.ai/

Kindbody: https://kindbody.com/

City Block Health: https://www.cityblock.com/

Boram PostNatal Care: https://boramcare.com/

Transact Global: https://www.transactglobal.co/

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