Perkins Capital Management

Perkins Capital Management is an independent investment advisory firm that specializes in identifying and investing in small-cap and micro-cap growth companies, with a significant focus on the healthcare, biotechnology, and medical technology sectors. Founded in 1980 and based in Wayzata, Minnesota, the firm manages the Perkins Discovery Fund as well as separate accounts for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. The firm is recognized for its deep fundamental research and long-term investment horizon, often acting as an early-stage institutional supporter for emerging life science innovators. While the firm does not develop its own therapeutic products, it is a prominent participant in the healthcare investment ecosystem through its specialized portfolio management.