Seae Ventures

Our Principal, Justin Williams, M.S. and Managing Director of Unseen Capital, Erica Murdock, were interviewed by the University City Science Center on raising capital and understanding how investors think. "Many entrepreneurs assume that securing investment is simply about presenting a unique or groundbreaking idea. However, Justin Williams, M.S. of Seae Ventures points out that “investors aren’t just looking for a great idea—they’re looking for a great business.” In other words, they want to see a clear path to revenue, a defensible market position, and a leadership team capable of executing the vision. “Founders often focus too much on the pitch and not enough on demonstrating traction, clear financials, and a deep understanding of their customers and market dynamics,” he shares." "The best founders are those who can clearly articulate the problem they're solving, the opportunity in the market, and why their business is the right solution. Erica Murdock of Unseen Capital by Seae Ventures explains, “Investors don’t expect founders to have all the answers, but we do expect them to be able to clearly articulate the problem, the market opportunity, and how and why the company they are building is suited to address that problem.” Erica emphasizes that it’s critical that data and assumptions be accurate and defensible. Investors will appreciate a strong narrative supported by data, whether it’s customer feedback, market trends, or financial forecasts to give them confidence that your business isn’t just a risky bet but a strategic opportunity with real potential for success."

Even if you haven’t consulted the latest data, it’s obvious that our society is grappling with a spiraling behavioral health crisis. Here in the US, more than 20% of adults live with some form of mental illness. While the majority may be classified as low-acuity conditions, the number of high-acuity cases—patients dealing with serious mental illness (SMI)— still accounts for more than 5% of the total population. This number is significant, and it’s projected to only continue growing. Beyond the heavy toll on individual lives, families, and communities, mental illness costs the US economy around $282B annually. That’s roughly the same negative impact we see from a full-blown economic recession. Given that venture capital has become a dominant driver of innovation across the behavioral health sector, it’s a fair question to ask how VC is working to improve this unwelcome reality of modern life. Check out Seae Perspectives Part 5!

We are so excited to introduce you to our newest portfolio company Conduce Health! Founded by experienced physicians and health tech entrepreneurs, Conduce Health was formed to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in healthcare today: integrating multi-specialty care into value. "We recognize that providers, MSOs, and healthcare systems need support and tools to provide holistic care for sicker patients. And so, we decided to build a new platform that predicts patient needs, matches patients with the right specialists for them, and optimizes specialty care networks." Learn more about Conduce Health here: https://lnkd.in/e_2RqskP and follow their LinkedIn ➡️ Conduce Health Ft: Najib Jai, MD, MBA

Innovation and Health Summit Live at ViVE 2025 “With the policy changes, reducing variations in state Medicaid spending and paying a closer look at spend per patient, will force payers and providers to look at AI solutions more closely” - Arianne Kidder , Partner, Seae Ventures

Across America and beyond, mental health and emotional resiliency among our youth are following a disturbing trend. Young people are reporting unprecedented levels of sadness, hopelessness, and suicidal thoughts - all indicators of poor mental health. So how did we get here? The roots of this problem are complex. The pandemic itself, social media, cyberbullying, social isolation, and economic challenges have all played a role. The more pressing question is this: How can we work together to reach a better place? Check out Seae Perspectives Part 4!

Don't miss our Partner Arianne Kidder on this exciting panel at ViVE alongside Christopher Kerns, CEO & Co-Founder of Union Healthcare Insight and Kamal Jethwani, Managing Partner & CEO of Decimal.health!

Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! Take a look at BioTechniques's list of books, films, and online communities that showcase women’s contributions in science, society, and culture, while addressing ongoing barriers. These resources inspire action and support gender equity, helping amplify women’s voices and promote inclusivity. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dVnfqNzy Ft: ✅ Mothers in Science ✅BioinformHER ✅Invisible Women ✅The Gendered Brain ✅Temple Grandin ✅Picture a Scientist ✅Below the Belt

If we’ve learned anything over the past 20 years, it’s that the US healthcare system is both resilient and dynamic. As the needs of the population change, so do the strategies and tactics employed by regulators, providers, and even payers. While we certainly don’t have a crystal ball, we do find ourselves in a unique position to see where many of tomorrow’s brightest stars are applying their energy today. Check out the article for a few predictions on healthcare trends to watch over the next decade!

Are you heading to ViVE?! If you'd like to learn more about Seae Ventures, connect with Justin Williams, M.S., Arianne Kidder or Molly Steinberg to find a time to meet. We look forward to seeing you there!

"Digital women’s healthcare platform Twentyeight Health has announced a collaboration with Aetna Better Health of Illinois to provide telehealth reproductive and sexual healthcare services to Aetna Better Health members. The partnership will enable members to access online healthcare providers, receive prescription deliveries, and get ongoing support at no cost through their health plan coverage."