ANDY SLAVITT

Andy Slavitt stands as a prominent figure in the healthcare investment landscape, serving as a General Partner at Town Hall Ventures. This venture capital firm is dedicated to backing innovative companies that are transforming the healthcare sector, particularly those focused on improving outcomes for vulnerable and underserved populations. Slavitt's role involves identifying and nurturing startups poised to make a significant impact through technology, new care models, and enhanced patient experiences.

Town Hall Ventures, under Slavitt's guidance, primarily invests in areas such as digital health, value-based care, health equity, and solutions that address social determinants of health. The firm seeks out companies that are not only financially promising but also align with a mission to create a more accessible, equitable, and efficient healthcare system. Their portfolio often includes companies leveraging technology to deliver care more effectively, reduce costs, and expand reach to communities that traditionally face barriers to quality healthcare.

Slavitt's career background is exceptionally rich and diverse, providing him with a unique perspective on healthcare innovation and policy. He is widely recognized for his tenure as the Acting Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) under President Barack Obama. During this period, he played a crucial role in the implementation of the Affordable Care Act and led efforts to modernize Medicare and Medicaid programs. His leadership at CMS gave him firsthand insight into the complexities of the U.S. healthcare system and the potential for systemic change.

Beyond his government service, Slavitt has a strong entrepreneurial and operational history. He founded HealthAllies.com, a consumer healthcare company later acquired by UnitedHealth Group, where he subsequently held executive leadership positions at Optum. More recently, he served as a Senior Advisor to the COVID-19 Response Coordinator under President Joe Biden, further solidifying his reputation as a trusted voice in public health. He is also the co-founder of the United States of Care, a national non-profit working to ensure everyone has access to affordable healthcare.

Town Hall Ventures' notable investments reflect its mission-driven approach. While specific investment decisions are a collaborative effort, the firm's portfolio includes companies like Cityblock Health, which delivers integrated care to underserved communities; Papa, offering companionship and support services to seniors and families; and Strive Health, focused on kidney care management. These examples highlight the firm's commitment to backing solutions that address critical gaps in healthcare delivery and improve lives on a broad scale. Slavitt's deep expertise in policy, operations, and technology makes him an invaluable asset to both Town Hall Ventures and the companies it supports, driving forward the next generation of healthcare innovation.