Nurture Ventures

Nurture Ventures is an investment firm providing early-stage funding and strategic guidance for innovative startups. The firm transforms promising ideas into high-growth businesses by assisting with business planning and facilitating investment access. They focus on life sciences, healthcare, and technology sectors, operating with a flexible model combining success fees and equity for aligned partnerships.

Founded by Jeff Bartlett, Leo Dunne, and Dr. Chris Sheehan, Nurture Ventures emerged from their collective experience in startups, corporate finance, and investment. Leo Dunne, with over 30 years in venture capital, identified the crucial need for hands-on support beyond capital. This insight into entrepreneurial challenges shaped the firm's dedicated guidance.

Nurture Ventures collaborates with entrepreneurs developing groundbreaking products and services, particularly in technology, health, food, and bioscience, mainly in Wales and Southern England. The firm envisions itself as a committed partner, supporting founders from concept through successful exit. They empower businesses to scale and realize full potential through financial backing and strategic oversight.