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Oak HC/FT

We work with founders driving structural change in two complex systems: healthcare and financial services.

Stamford, CT, USA

Description

Oak HC/FT is a leading venture and growth equity firm focused exclusively on healthcare and financial technology. Founded in 2014, the firm partners with entrepreneurs building category‑defining companies across healthcare services, healthcare IT, biopharma tools, fintech, and enterprise financial infrastructure. Oak HC/FT is known for taking a hands‑on, conviction‑driven approach, often backing companies through multiple stages of growth.

Eligibility

• Startups operating in healthcare or fintech
• Strong leadership teams with industry insight
• Demonstrated traction or clear path to scale
• Typically raising Series A or later rounds

Process


Deal Sourcing:

• Warm introductions through founders, executives, and co‑investors
• Proactive thematic sourcing within healthcare and fintech
• Inbound founder outreach


Evaluation:

• Market size and category creation potential
• Leadership team strength and domain expertise
• Product differentiation and traction


Term Negotiation:

• Valuation, ownership, and governance negotiated per round


Investment & Support:

• Capital deployment
• Board participation
• Deep operational and strategic support

What an Applicant can Obtain

✔ Large, institutional venture or growth capital checks
✔ Active board‑level involvement and strategic guidance
✔ Access to deep healthcare and fintech networks
✔ Strong signaling for follow‑on rounds and market credibility