Capita3

Capita3 is a venture capital firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2016, it specializes in investing in women-led startups, focusing on seed, pre-seed, and early-stage companies. Capita3 targets investments in the healthcare sector, particularly in areas such as genomics, digital health, women's health, and food-as-medicine, while addressing significant B2C and B2B markets. The firm primarily invests across the United States, with a particular emphasis on the Midwest. In addition to financial support, Capita3 is committed to developing startup CEOs to enhance their growth and maximize the potential for successful exits.

Pamela York

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

5 past transactions

Claros Technologies

Venture Round in 2023
Claros Technologies is an advanced materials company that develops safe and sustainable products with zero toxic waste. It strives to lead the industry towards a holistic approach to materials design and innovation. It was founded in 2018 and is based in St Paul, Minnesota.

MDisrupt

Seed Round in 2023
MDisrupt is a leading health expert marketplace specifically designed for the life sciences and healthtech sectors. The company connects organizations with thoroughly vetted experts in clinical, commercial, regulatory, and reimbursement fields through an AI-powered platform. This facilitates easy scheduling and engagement for consultations, advisory roles, and full-time positions. MDisrupt has assisted over 100 clients, ranging from startups to large enterprises, in efficiently building, commercializing, and scaling their healthcare products. Additionally, the platform supports clinically crowdsourced data generation, empowering patients and providers to make informed healthcare decisions. By streamlining access to expertise, MDisrupt aims to accelerate the development and market introduction of impactful health products.

Astarte Medical

Series A in 2021
Astarte Medical Partners, Inc. is a clinical intelligence company focused on enhancing health outcomes for children with medical complexities, particularly in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). Incorporated in 2016 and based in Yardley, Pennsylvania, the company develops software that delivers a comprehensive view of clinical data in real time, specifically aimed at assessing the gut health of preterm infants. This platform allows clinical care teams to standardize and optimize feeding practices and protocol-driven care, thereby facilitating informed decision-making. Astarte Medical's suite of digital tools and predictive analytics supports nutrition and feeding practices, enabling healthcare providers to monitor growth and track clinical outcomes effectively. By improving care practices in acute settings, the company strives to make a significant impact on the long-term health of vulnerable pediatric populations.

EmpowerU

Seed Round in 2021
EmpowerU Inc. is an educational company based in Excelsior, Minnesota, that specializes in online Social Emotional Learning (SEL) classes aimed at supporting students' mental health and personal development. Founded in 2018, EmpowerU offers a highly personalized e-learning platform that includes daily lessons and coaching from mental health professionals. The program is designed to help students facing challenges such as anxiety and depression by promoting resilience and confidence through a blend of neuroscience, cognitive behavioral therapy, and a strengths-based approach. By providing accessible online courses and tailored coaching, EmpowerU aims to enhance both academic and social outcomes for students while fostering their overall well-being.

Marani

Seed Round in 2019
Marani Health is focused on advancing prenatal care through the development of a wearable, textile-based technology that monitors vital statistics of women and their developing fetuses during pregnancy, labor, and delivery. This innovative product leverages artificial intelligence to provide timely and accurate health assessments, ultimately enhancing maternal and fetal health outcomes. By collaborating with prominent partners, including The Mayo Clinic, Marani aims to integrate advanced health tracking into prenatal care, ensuring that women receive critical data that supports their health and wellness throughout the pregnancy journey.
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