Tech Company Financing Transactions

Lexicon Pharmaceuticals Funding Round

On 5/4/2026, Lexicon Pharmaceuticals raised $100 million in financing from Hercules Capital.

Transaction Overview

Announced On
5/4/2026
Transaction Type
Debt
Amount
$100,000,000
Round
Undisclosed
Proceeds Purpose
Proceeds purposes were not disclosed.

Company Information

Company Status
Private & Independent
Industry
Biopharmaceutical
Mailing Address
2445 Technology Forest Blvd 11th floor
The Woodlands, TX 77381
USA
Email Address
Overview
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company that is applying a unique approach to gene science based on Nobel Prize-winning technology to discover and develop precise medicines for people with serious, chronic conditions. Using a patient driven approach, we are working to discover and develop innovative medicines to safely and effectively treat disease and improve patient lives.
Profile
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals LinkedIn Company Profile
Social Media
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Company News
Lexicon Pharmaceuticals News
Facebook
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YouTube
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Management Team

Title
Name
Email & Social
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Exton
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Chief Financial Officer
Scott Coiante
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Chief Medical Officer
Craig Granowitz
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Vice President
Suma Gopinathan
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VP - Client Services
Rachel Martens
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VP - General Counsel
Brian Crum
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VP - Human Resources
Wendy McDermott
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VP - Marketing
Lisa DeFrancesco
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