London, UK – 7th December 2010. Apposite Capital, the healthcare specialist investment firm, today announces the promotion of Dr Chris Hollowood to Partner.
Chris has been part of Apposite Capital’s investment team since 2007, where he helps oversee investments in Life Sciences, as well as being closely involved in the firm’s direct secondary activities. Chris is currently a member of the board of directors of Anaphore Inc, Convergence Pharmaceuticals Ltd and Zonare Medical Systems Inc.
Chris started his investment career as a fund manager with Neptune Management, with responsibility for Healthcare sector investments, before moving into Healthcare focused venture capital and corporate advisory at Bioscience Managers. He attained his first degree in Natural Sciences, specialising in Chemistry, and a PhD in Organic Chemistry, both from Cambridge University.
Commenting on today’s announcement, David Porter, Managing Partner of Apposite Capital, said: “We are delighted to welcome Chris to the Partnership. Chris has made considerable contributions to date managing a number of our Life Sciences primary investments. He has also been instrumental in setting up and strengthening our direct secondary activities, which is an area we wish to continue to expand moving forward.”
Media contact:
Valerie Auffray Tel: +44(0) 20 7090 6383 Email: valerie.auffray@appositecapital.com
About Apposite Capital
www.appositecapital.com
Apposite Capital is an independent investment firm focused exclusively on Healthcare. The firm invests in private companies involved in Healthcare Services and Life Sciences on a primary basis, as well as acquiring and managing direct Healthcare assets in the secondary market.
Apposite has an in-depth sector knowledge covering all aspects of the healthcare industry globally, with a unique unrivalled reach to Japan. The investment team combines complementary entrepreneurial, private equity and investment banking skills.
Apposite has built a high quality primary portfolio of companies in the US and Europe. The firm invests in seasoned management with a clear vision and is committed to adding value to its portfolio companies. Apposite balances its investments across all stages of company development, providing venture, development and growth financings as well as buyout capital. Apposite typically invests as a lead investor and has a representation at the Board of Directors.
Created in 2006, Apposite is headquartered in London, UK and has a presence in San Francisco, CA, USA.
Valerie Auffray Investor Relations Manager Apposite Capital Bracken House One Friday street London EC4M 9JA
Direct tel: +44 (0) 20 7090 6383 Website: www.appositecapital.com
