This episode features an in-depth conversation with Jenny Barba, founder and managing partner of Features Capital, an early-stage medtech venture capital firm. Hosts Mike Hostetler and Jen Fang explore Jenny's journey from neuroscience and finance to founding her own VC firm, her passion for supporting diverse and first-time founders in MedTech, and the unique challenges and opportunities in venture capital investment. Listen to gain a behind-the-scenes look at building a portfolio. Jenny also shares personal anecdotes, including the touching story behind the name 'Features Capital,' driven by a conversation with her son. Don't miss Part 2, which will feature Jeff Chu, the firm's other founder and managing partner.
The NextGen VC Podcast unpacks the opportunities, challenges and breakthroughs shaping life sciences investing and is curated by Wilson Sonsini and LaunchBio with hosts Michael Hostetler and Jennifer Fang. Each episode features interviews with successful venture capitalists. Listeners will gain wisdom from these experiences and learn how the pros have navigated challenges, made strategic decisions and achieved remarkable success.
Katie Stonum
kstonum@wsgr.comBased in the SOMA and San Diego offices, Mike Hostetler provides strategic IP counseling to growth enterprises in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology, and information technology industries.
Jennifer helps innovative start-ups grow into successful enterprises by providing counsel to the founders, management teams, and boards.