Team

Years of research, clinical, operational and investment success give the RiverVest® team an edge in identifying life science innovations that present the greatest potential for commercialization.

Together, we work diligently and consistently to apply our deep domain expertise and strong industry relationships to help entrepreneurs drive their companies forward.

Jay W. Schmelter
Managing Director
Thomas C. Melzer
Managing Director
John McKearn, Ph.D.
Managing Director
Karen Spilizewski
Vice President
Niall O’Donnell, Ph.D. Principal






Andrew B. Craig III
Retired Special Limited Partner
Marilyn J. Slavich
Controller
Kelly K. Cathey
Office Manager
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Corrin J. Short
Executive Assistant

Scientific & Industry Advisory Board

Michael Berman Floyd E. Bloom, M.D. Joseph M. Davie, M.D., Ph.D. Nancy J. Hutson, Ph.D. William A. Peck, M.D.