Founder & Managing Partner at 3CC | Third Culture Capital
Julien L. Pham, MD, MPH, is the founder and managing partner of 3CC | Third Culture Capital, a venture capital firm based in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Pham is renowned for his extensive experience in both clinical and entrepreneurial settings, making significant contributions to the fields of healthcare and medical innovation.
Professional Background
3CC | Third Culture Capital
Dr. Pham established 3CC, a seed-stage venture capital firm that uniquely focuses on investing in founders with diverse backgrounds. The firm prides itself on being immigrant-founded and physician-led, with a mission to support "uniquely qualified" founders through global agency, smart capital, and disruptive technologies.
Career and Expertise
- Nephrologist: Dr. Pham started his career as a nephrologist.
- Serial Founder/Entrepreneur: He has founded multiple ventures emphasizing innovation in healthcare.
- Former President & COO at Genprex: Dr. Pham previously served as the President and Chief Operating Officer of Genprex, a publicly traded biotech company (NASDAQ: GNPX), where he led advancements in gene therapy for cancer treatment. The company focuses on delivering a tumor suppressor gene/DNA plasmid construct encapsulated in lipid nanovesicles, targeting Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer in Phase I/II clinical trials.
Academic Contributions
- Harvard Medical School: He served on the faculty at Harvard Medical School's Brigham and Women's Hospital and had an appointment at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
- Education: Dr. Pham earned his MD from the University of Washington School of Medicine and his MPH from Harvard School of Public Health.
Notable Achievements
- Established 3CC | Third Culture Capital, positioning it as a premier healthcare-focused venture capital firm.
- Led Genprex towards significant clinical milestones in gene therapy.
- Contributed to medical academia through faculty appointments and innovative research.
Personal Insights
- Innovation Advocate: Dr. Pham has a deep interest in the impact of disruptive thinking and technology in modern medicine, continually seeking innovative solutions for complex medical challenges.
- Diverse Investments: Under his leadership, 3CC focuses on supporting founders from varied backgrounds, emphasizing the importance of diversity in entrepreneurship.
Contact and Additional Information
- Contact Email: [j@3cc.io](mailto:j@3cc.io)
- Telephone: +1 (312) 401-7888
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Pham's extensive background in both clinical practice and venture capital, combined with his commitment to fostering diverse entrepreneurial talent, positions him as a pivotal figure in the healthcare venture capital landscape.
