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.
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| 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 |
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| Andrew B. Craig III Retired Special Limited Partner |
Marilyn J. Slavich Controller |
Kelly K. Cathey Office Managerr |
Corrin J. Short Executive Assistant |
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Scientific & Industry Advisory Board
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| Michael Berman | Floyd E. Bloom, M.D. | Joseph M. Davie, M.D., Ph.D. | Nancy J. Hutson, Ph.D. | William A. Peck, M.D. |














