James Garvey - CEO & Managing Partner

Focus: All Sectors

Summary:
James Garvey joined SVLS in May 1995 and serves as Managing Partner of SVLS, overseeing its approximately $1.6b investment activity. James brings a successful healthcare investment track record, preceded by 18 years of operating management experience.

Prior Experience:
Prior to joining SVLS, he was Managing Director for the $600m Venture Capital division of Allstate Corporation preceded by managing Allstate's healthcare investment activity. He has held several senior management positions in companies with multinational operations including Kendall (TyCo) & Millipore. He was also President/CEO of Allegheny International Medical Technology and National Teledata. James has served on the boards of private and public companies in the US and Europe including Achillion Pharmaceuticals, Allscripts Pharmaceuticals, Arris Pharmaceuticals, LaserVision Centers, Orthovita, Shire Pharmaceuticals and Sunrise Assisted Living.

Qualifications:
James received a BS degree from Northern Illinois University in 1969.