Pontem (Latin): A bridge. Inspired investors to inspired inventors. Pontem Capital sits at the nexus of three compelling dynamics creating a different and attractive investment opportunity. 1. Healthcare market dynamics: Global healthcare funding continues to hit all-time record highs, defying economic downturns and perpetuated by the human condition to live longer and better lives. 2. World-class Research Assets: The Midwest is home to leading global medical research, and benchmarks suggest 2x commercialization opportunities. 3. Midwest Venture Funding: U.S. venture benchmarks indicate 1.5x below “fair share” investing in the Midwest