Refinery Ventures
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
United States
Countries of investment
- USA
Investment stages
- Seed
Industries
- Sustainable Energy
About
Refinery Ventures is a prominent Midwestern venture capital firm headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializing in fostering innovation within the tech startup landscape. With a keen focus on emerging venture markets, the firm partners with visionary founders to provide not only venture capital but also strategic mentorship and resources tailored to accelerate their growth. Refinery Ventures is committed to empowering entrepreneurs by leveraging its extensive network and industry expertise, ultimately driving transformative success in the technology sector.
Refinery Ventures is a prominent Midwestern venture capital firm headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, specializing in fostering innovation within the tech startup landscape. With a keen focus on emerging venture markets, the firm partners with visionary founders to provide not only venture capital but also strategic mentorship and resources tailored to accelerate their growth. Refinery Ventures is committed to empowering entrepreneurs by leveraging its extensive network and industry expertise, ultimately driving transformative success in the technology sector.
Investment Thesis
Refinery Ventures invests in companies on a trajectory towards Series A, focusing on helping founders remove friction and scale their operations effectively.
Manager's Experience
With extensive experience in the technology and healthcare sectors, the fund manager has successfully executed over 50 deals across North America and Europe. Emphasizing a data-driven approach, they have built a robust portfolio that includes several notable exits, demonstrating a keen ability to identify high-potential investments at the growth stage. Their strategic style combines operator-first insights with thematic investing, allowing for a unique perspective on market trends and opportunities. This methodology has consistently yielded attractive returns for investors while fostering innovation in the targeted sectors.
Team
Tim Schigel
Sean Connelly
Peter Schmidt
Autumn Williams
Ann Nash
Abby Abby Fittes