Pappas Capital Announces the Passing of…

RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Oct. 21, 2024 -- It is with deep sadness that Pappas Capital announces the passing of Dr. Ernest Mario, Senior Venture Partner and one of the founders of Pappas’ venture capital business. Ernie joined Pappas Capital in 2002 as a member of the firm’s Scientific Advisory Board, becoming a Senior Venture Partner in 2011. He helped to build Pappas Capital into a leading life science venture capital firm and was a friend and mentor to the entire Pappas team. His counsel and legacy will always remain with us.