Sean Doolan

Sean Doolan is the Founder and Managing Partner at Virtue, a venture capital firm focused on early-stage healthcare investments. He established Virtue in May 2021, aiming to partner exclusively with pre-seed and seed healthcare founders. Doolan has a strong background in the healthcare sector, having previously served as a Venture Partner at Global Founders Capital, where he built the health and bio practice and supported over 150 early-stage health financings.134

Doolan's academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Economics and a Master's degree in Health Informatics, both from the University of Michigan. His transition from the energy industry to healthcare was motivated by personal experiences and a deep interest in health, which he discusses in various interviews, highlighting the importance of moral values and relationships in venture capital.123

At Virtue, Doolan emphasizes a specialized approach to healthcare investments, focusing on innovative commercial strategies and supporting portfolio companies beyond just funding. His leadership is characterized by a commitment to fostering strong connections with founders and accelerating their go-to-market strategies.13