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1315 Capital

Philadelphia, PA1315-CAPITAL
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HQPhiladelphia, PA
Stage FocusSeries A/B focused with $100M+ fund targeting healthcare …
Intel StatusAccepting submissions
🔥 BERNIE'S HOT TAKE

1315 Capital is a solid mid-tier fund that actually knows their sectors, especially healthcare where Nikhil Krishnan brings real expertise and network. They're not going to lead your Series C, but they can be genuinely helpful at Series A/B with operational support and introductions. Chris Sugden has been-there-done-that credibility as a former operator. The fund is still relatively new (launched 2020) so track record is limited, but early portfolio companies speak positively about their involvement. They won't give you the brand name cachet of top-tier funds, but they also won't ghost you post-investment.

KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Best for: Series A/B healthcare and fintech companies wanting hands-on operational help
  • Known for: Deep healthcare expertise through Nikhil Krishnan and solid operator backgrounds
  • Watch out for: Newer fund with limited exit track record and smaller network than established names
Investment Thesis

1315 Capital focuses on Series A and B investments in technology companies across healthcare, fintech, and enterprise software. They position themselves as founder-friendly capital with a focus on helping companies scale from initial product-market fit to growth stage.

Stage & Sector Focus

Series A/B focused with $100M+ fund targeting healthcare tech, fintech, and B2B SaaS companies primarily in the Northeast corridor. Typical check sizes $3-10M.

Notable Portfolio
StensulZest AIKyruusRibbon HealthNomad HealthCloudWaveTend
Key Partners
Chris Sugden
Managing Partner

Former CEO and operator with exits including selling his company to IBM. Known for hands-on operational support and strong network in healthcare and enterprise software.

Nikhil Krishnan
Principal

Healthcare-focused investor and prolific healthcare newsletter writer (Out-of-Pocket). Well-connected in healthcare tech circles and brings deep sector expertise.

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