#33 - How Corporate Venture Capital is Driving Healthcare Innovation | Vijay Patel

Ventured Growth with Hercules Capital

Vijay Patel is an institutional investor turned corporate venture capitalist. He has spent the last decade at the intersection of finance and healthcare, changing the way CVS Health approaches innovation and strategic investments. His journey from traditional venture capital to leading CVS Health® Ventures has positioned him as a thought leader in corporate venture capital and healthcare innovation.
In this episode, Janice Bourque is joined by Vijay Patel to discuss his path from institutional investor to Managing Partner of CVS Health Ventures. They discuss the creation and growth of CVS Ventures, highlighting Vijay's approach to fostering innovation and driving strategic value in the healthcare ecosystem.
Topics Include:

• Vijay's transition from institutional investing to corporate venture capital
• The founding story of CVS Ventures and its impact on healthcare innovation
• CVS Ventures’ investment strategies and focus areas
• The role of corporate venture capital in shaping the future of healthcare
• Vijay's vision for the future of healthcare technology and innovation
• And other topics...

Vijay Patel is the managing partner and co-founder of CVS Health Ventures and vice president of enterprise business development for CVS Health. Patel founded the CVS® Digital Leadership Program and has played a key role in developing strategic partnerships with digital health companies. Patel holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Pennsylvania's Jerome Fisher Program in Management and Technology and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management.