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Key people at Varia Ventures.
Varia Ventures was founded in 2019 by Scott E. Friedman (Managing Director and Co-founder).
Varia Ventures operates as a venture capital platform, developing and managing specialized investment funds primarily within the healthcare sector. The firm collaborates with prominent thought leaders and medical societies to identify and back early-stage to pre-IPO companies. Their approach involves structuring funds like the AGA Fund for digestive diseases or the Dendrite Fund for neuroscience, offering a refined method for sector-specific venture investing.
The company was established in 2019 by Scott Friedman and Andrea Vossler, both experienced venture attorneys. Their shared background working with physicians and healthcare professionals informed their strategy to create a platform that bridges specialized medical expertise with targeted investment capital. This foundational insight positions Varia Ventures to capitalize on deep industry knowledge.
Varia Ventures serves medical and surgical societies, along with sophisticated investors, by providing access to a curated portfolio of investment opportunities. The firm’s long-term vision centers on enabling wealth creation for its partners and investors through these carefully vetted ventures, fostering innovation within highly specialized healthcare domains and supporting promising companies through their growth stages.
Key people at Varia Ventures.
Varia Ventures was founded in 2019 by Scott E. Friedman (Managing Director and Co-founder).
Varia Ventures has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $348.0M Series A in Combat Medical in March 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 12, 2026 | Combat Medical | $348.0M Series A | T&J Meyer Family Foundation | NW Angel Fund |
| Dec 11, 2019 | Viridi Parente | $29.0M Series B | TOM Golisano | Impact Capital OF NEW York, WNY Impact Investment Fund |