The Council Fund

Council Capital is a Nashville-based venture capital firm specializing in healthcare investments. The fund has a robust portfolio that includes Senior Whole Health, a company that grew from under $1 million to over $300 million in revenue under their guidance, and Confluent Health, a leader in physical therapy and workplace injury prevention services. Council Capital focuses primarily on healthcare sectors, investing in companies that provide managed care, payer services, and multi-site healthcare services. Their geographic focus is predominantly within the United States, targeting markets where they can leverage their deep industry expertise to drive growth. The firm’s investment strategy emphasizes value creation through hands-on support, leveraging their extensive healthcare operating knowledge, transaction experience, and strategic resources. They aim to increase long-term customer and shareholder value by working closely with portfolio companies' executive teams. Their typical investment ranges from early to growth-stage companies, with a keen interest in scalable business models that can generate substantial returns. Council Capital is led by a seasoned team including John Baackes, CEO of L.A. Care Health Plan, and Larry Benz, President and CEO of Confluent Health. Their team is known for their deep industry experience and operational expertise, which they use to support and grow their portfolio companies effectively. Startups looking to approach Council Capital should highlight their alignment with the firm’s healthcare focus and demonstrate clear, scalable growth potential. The firm values direct and well-prepared pitches that showcase the startup’s strategic vision and operational capabilities.