Vanessa Malier

Vanessa Malier, Managing Partner at Kurma Partners

Vanessa Malier is currently a Managing Partner at Kurma Partners, a venture capital firm focused on life sciences investments. She has held this position since 2013.134

Professional Experience

• Prior to joining Kurma Partners, Malier had over 15 years of experience in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry.5
• She was previously an executive in the venture capital and biotech industry with a successful track record in building companies.2

Education

• Malier received her education from the Institut Pasteur in Paris.2

Investment Focus

• At Kurma Partners, Malier focuses on investments ranging from $100K to $5.0M, with a sweet spot of $1.5M.1
• She has made 5 investments on record through Kurma Partners.1

Recent News

• In June 2015, Kurma Partners announced the promotion of Vanessa Malier to Managing Partner.6
• The firm also expanded its investment team with the additions of Alain Horvais and Philippe Peltier as Managing Directors.6