Pequot Private Equity

Pequot Private Equity (also known as Pequot Ventures) was the venture capital and private equity arm of Pequot Capital Management, a prominent investment firm founded by Arthur J. Samberg. The firm was a significant player in life sciences and healthcare investing during the late 1990s and early 2000s, managing over $1.8 billion in capital commitments across multiple funds. Its life sciences practice focused on biotechnology, medical devices, and technology-enabled healthcare services, backing notable companies such as Insulet, Sequenom, Codexis, and Horizon Therapeutics. In 2008, the venture unit spun off from Pequot Capital to become FirstMark Capital, while several key members of the life sciences team subsequently founded Longitude Capital.