Nans Rivat unlocks mental health care access through strategic investments at PACE Healthcare Capital
PACE Healthcare Capital Expands Mental Health Access
Vision for Digital Health
Vice President Nans Rivat directs a mission to lower barriers for mental health care. By injecting capital into tech‑enabled startups, Rivat champions platforms that streamline treatment for patients and providers.
Investment Strategy
PACE combines finance expertise with a personal link to mental health. The capital‑efficient model targets market niches beyond typical VC hubs.
Impact on Medicaid Families
- Children and families on Medicaid gain newer, affordable supports.
- Startups serve communities that were previously underserved by mainstream providers.
- Digital tools transform care delivery for Medicaid users.
Future Directions
Rivat’s team continues to scout companies that integrate technology with mental health practices, ensuring more children, families, and healthcare networks receive timely, effective care.
Building bridges for better care
Leading the Mission to Transform Mental Health Care at PACE Healthcare Capital
Vincent Rivat spearheads a search for early-stage firms that deliver tangible mental health solutions. Working hand‑in‑hand with founders, he drives fundraising efforts and shapes business strategies designed to scale patient reach.
Board Observerships that Drive Impact
- Backpack Healthcare—a pioneering online therapy platform for children and teens—receives Rivat’s strategic board observation. The platform leverages modern technology to pair patients with suitable therapists, cut missed appointments, and offer culturally sensitive care to families often challenged by access barriers.
Beyond Profit: A Commitment to Solving Real Healthcare Gaps
Investing under Rivat’s guidance is more than a disbursement of capital; it is a dedicated effort to break down structural mental health barriers. By championing startups that address provider shortages and expand Medicaid access, he closes the divide between when care is needed and when it is actually available.
Engaging the community and inspiring change
Rivat’s Role Extends Past Investments
Rivat’s influence reaches far beyond capital, shaping discussions on mental health and technology through public speaking and education.
Industry & Academic Speaking Engagements
- Health2Tech, Chicago – Rivat dissected AI’s double-edged promise in mental healthcare.
- Johns Hopkins University – He highlighted the necessity of early-stage funding for digital health ventures.
Shaping the Mental Health Innovation Dialogue
Rivat champions responsible tech use, prioritizing:
- Safe, effective solutions.
- Inclusive, accessible innovation.
Audience Reach
His talks resonate with investors, healthcare leaders, and budding entrepreneurs, fostering understanding of the value in supporting mental health initiatives.
Personal motivation and professional dedication
Rivat’s Personal Journey Fuels a Mission for Mental Health Care
Early Life:
- Rivat’s first encounter with depression in his early twenties gave him a raw, empathetic understanding of the obstacles many patients face.
- His own experience drives a relentless commitment to creating trustworthy and accessible solutions.
Banking Meets Breakthrough
Rivat’s four‑year tenure at Goldman Sachs equipped him with sharp financial acumen.
- He now evaluates promising startups, applying rigorous assessment to unlock growth potential.
- At PACE Healthcare Capital he merges business strategy with a genuine passion to reshaping mental health care.
Building Inclusive Mental Health Companies
Rivat partners with visionaries to scale ventures that:
- Broaden patient reach, expanding access to care.
- Improve treatment outcomes for those previously sidelined by conventional systems.
Investment with Impact
By combining capital with a clear social mission, Rivat champions investments that address real needs.
- His work at PACE Healthcare Capital continually supports scalable mental health services.
- More individuals gain the care they deserve, one investment at a time.
