In 2019, serial entrepreneur Ricky Mason and angel investor Chris Redd joined forces to form Rheddorick, a platform to amplify diversity in the Midwest startup ecosystem based in Louisville. Rheddorick hosts Network Chill, a digital and in-person event series designed to authentically connect founders, funders and anyone in the entrepreneurial ecosystem through inclusive storytelling and education.
While building this platform, they’ve created a thriving community that extends well beyond the Kentucky and Southern Indiana region. Trust is undeniably at the center of it. Join Venture Connectors on Wednesday, November 2, to learn more about the Rheddorick journey, and how Chris and Ricky have boldly executed on their vision.
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Chris is a Louisville technology ecosystem builder, investor, advisor and consultant with more than 14 years of business, health care and technology experience.
Born and raised in Louisville, Ricky is the founder BrainSTEM, an award-winning startup — which includes taking home the top prize in Venture Connectors’ 2020 Venture Sharks pitch competition. He has over 10 years of experience in system engineering, product development and business strategy. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Ricky launched rockets at NASA, built cyber networks for the CIA, and led AgTech research at the University of Kentucky.
Venture Connectors is excited to share our monthly lunches have moved to Story Louisville! Join us for networking at 11:30 a.m., with the program to follow from noon to 1 p.m. Members attend free, and guests are $40. For questions, email us at contact@ventureconnectors.org.