We are sad to share that our colleague and friend Peter Young passed away on February 4th. Peter had a 40+ year career in the life science industry, during which he spent the past 12+ years as a Senior Venture Partner at Pappas Capital. Over his career, Peter contributed to the development and commercialization of multiple novel therapies that benefited patients. His work took him across the world to London, New Zealand, Greece, the Middle East, and Puerto Rico in roles from sales rep to country-level manager to global product development for organizations including Glaxo, Abbott, and Dow Chemical. More recently, he lived in New York and returned to North Carolina where he was a valuable contributor to the life science entrepreneurial ecosystem as a CEO, investor, mentor, and advisor. Peter’s willingness to share his time, insights, and expertise made him an integral part of the Pappas team and a sought-after advisor and mentor to the startup and academic communities. His warmth, integrity, and camaraderie will be greatly missed.
Had the pleasure of several meetings and back and forth discussions with Peter regarding TCB, always insightful, thoughtful and incredibly kind. Condolences and rest in peace.
So sorry to hear this.
That is sad. Peter was a genuinely warm and caring person who would go out of his way to help anyone who needed it. He was a great mentor for me early in my career. He will be missed.
Peter was a wonderful colleague, mentor and friend, and he will be deeply missed. His family and the Pappas Capital team have been in our thoughts these past few weeks.
So sad to hear this news. Peter was so incredibly warm and intelligent. He will be missed.
One of the real gentlemen in our industry. You will be missed.
Loved interacting with Peter. Smart, insightful, generous, thoughtful, and kind colleague - and human. RIP.
Peter was a true leader and Amplifier. Such a great mentor for so many people. He will be missed.
I had the privilege of providing administrative support to Peter during his years at Glaxo. I remember him as an intelligent, caring man. Condolences to his family.
CEO, Board Member, Compensation Chair, Audit Member
1moMay his memory be a blessing😢