Saama
Campbell, US · Founded 2015 · 3 known investors
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Saama provides AI-based data analytics solutions and services for the life sciences industry, with a focus on accelerating clinical trials. Its offerings also extend to sectors including banking and capital markets, consumer goods, insurance, and the public sector.
Founders & leadership
Saama was founded in 2015 by Suresh Katta.
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Suresh KattainFounder · Chairman EmeritusSuresh Katta founded Saama Technologies, an AI-driven clinical analytics platform company that has worked with major pharmaceutical firms including Pfizer, Merck, and Amgen; the company received a $430 million growth investment from Carlyle and a consortium of life science companies in 2021. He has spent over 25 years in technology and has been involved in philanthropic efforts including educational sponsorships and community development projects in India.
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Simon HoinChief Financial Officer2014–2019
Board
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Ken ColemanBoard director
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Dan FishbackBoard director
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William BinchBoard director
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Dan FairfaxBoard director
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Stan MeresmanBoard director
Investors · 3
Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$35.8M disclosed across 1 round · 2015
▶$35.8MraisedJun 2015 · 5 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$35.8MraisedJun 2015 · 5 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- Ken ColemanDirector
- Suresh KattaExecutive Officer, Director
- Simon HoExecutive Officer
- Dan FishbackDirector
- William BinchDirector
- Marc McMorrisDirector
- Dan FairfaxDirector
- Stan MeresmanDirector
- Offering amount
- $35.8M
- Amount sold
- $35.8M
- First sale
- May 2015
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware, 2015
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Saama do?
- Saama provides AI-based data analytics solutions and services for the life sciences industry, with a focus on accelerating clinical trials. Its offerings also extend to sectors including banking and capital markets, consumer goods, insurance, and the public sector.
- Who founded Saama?
- Saama was founded by Suresh Katta in 2015.
- Who are Saama's investors?
- Saama's investors include Carrick Capital Partners, McKesson Ventures, Pfizer Venture Investments.
- How much funding has Saama raised?
- Saama has disclosed $35.8M raised across 1 round.
- Where is Saama headquartered?
- Saama is headquartered in Campbell, US.