Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Charleston, United States
Countries of investment
- United States
Investment stages
- Seed
Industries
- Health Tech
- Life Sciences
About
Operating from Charleston, United States, this MUSC-managed fund accelerates early-stage ventures in healthcare, life sciences, and related sectors. It works closely with founders to connect them with institutional expertise, clinical resources, and early commercialization support.
Operating from Charleston, United States, this MUSC-managed fund accelerates early-stage ventures in healthcare, life sciences, and related sectors. It works closely with founders to connect them with institutional expertise, clinical resources, and early commercialization support.
Investment Thesis
South Carolina Health Innovation invests seed capital into health-related startups tied to South Carolina’s innovation ecosystem, with an emphasis on translating research into practical, market-ready solutions. The thesis centers on empowering local founders and driving state-wide health innovation.
Manager's Experience
Headed by Connor Crown, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, who brings a family office approach to early-stage venture investing. Crown’s background blends investment management with a commitment to building long-term, impact-driven companies. His focus on fintech, healthtech, and insurtech is supported by a team with operational expertise and sector-specific insight, positioning the firm as a hands-on partner to founders.
Team
Stuart Ames – CEO
MUSC Foundation
Portfolio
b2 Solutions
Blinktbi
Bodhi
Clinacuity
CuRE
dokbot
doxy.me
FirstString Research
GlycoPath
Gruthan
Infinite Arms
ItRunsInMyFamily
Leukogene
Mitochem
MitoHealth
Neuroene
QuickRx
RehabLearning