Pappajohn Capital Resources

Pappajohn Capital Resources is a venture capital firm based in Des Moines, Iowa, founded by the late John Pappajohn in 1969. The firm specializes in early-stage and seed investments, with a primary focus on the healthcare, biotechnology, and medical technology industries. Over several decades, the firm has funded more than 100 startups, many of which became leaders in the healthcare services and medical device sectors. Notable successes associated with the firm's investments include the pharmacy benefit management giant Caremark and various innovative diagnostic companies. The firm is recognized for its hands-on approach to building companies from the ground up, often providing the initial capital necessary to transition academic research into commercial ventures.