About Bob Crants III

Bob Crants III is Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Pharos Capital Group, with over 25 years of experience transforming healthcare delivery in underserved communities.

Professional Background

As Founding Partner and Chief Investment Officer of Pharos Capital Group, Bob has led investments in 57 healthcare companies focused on the "Triple Aim" of healthcare: improving patient experience, reducing per capita costs, and improving population health.

His investment approach centers on identifying healthcare companies that address critical access gaps, particularly in rural and urban communities with limited healthcare resources. This philosophy has guided Pharos Capital Group to become a leader in underserved market healthcare investment.

Based in Nashville and Dallas, Bob operates in two of America's healthcare capitals, providing access to extensive networks of healthcare entrepreneurs, medical professionals, and industry leaders.

Track Record & Impact

$1.1B

Assets Under Management

Managing institutional capital across multiple healthcare funds

5,800+

Jobs Created

Across portfolio companies in Pharos Funds II and III

$180M+

Rural Market Investment

Invested specifically in underserved rural communities

57

Healthcare Companies

Portfolio platforms built and scaled under leadership

Key Focus Areas

Transforming healthcare through strategic investment in underserved markets

Value-Based Care Models

Companies transitioning from volume-based to outcome-based payment structures, demonstrating measurable ROI improvements and sustainable competitive advantages.

Rural Healthcare Innovation

Serving USDA-defined rural areas where traditional healthcare companies often avoid investment, creating meaningful access improvements.

Technology-Enabled Care

Healthcare innovation through telemedicine, AI, predictive analytics, and remote monitoring that enhances rather than replaces human care.

Behavioral Health Services

Mental health, autism services, and substance abuse treatment addressing critical access gaps in underserved communities.

Educational Background

Princeton University

Bob graduated from Princeton University, where he developed his foundational understanding of healthcare economics and policy. His academic background combined with practical investment experience has shaped his approach to healthcare value creation.

Industry Recognition

Featured speaker at healthcare investment conferences
Contributor to healthcare industry publications
Advisory roles with healthcare policy organizations
Recognition as a leader in rural healthcare investment

Personal Mission

"I am driven by the belief that private capital can be a force for positive change in healthcare, particularly in underserved communities. My investment decisions are guided by the principle that generating strong financial returns and improving healthcare outcomes are not only compatible but mutually reinforcing."

— Bob Crants III, Founding Partner & CIO, Pharos Capital Group

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