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Patrick Riley

Investor

Managing Partner at GAN Ventures

Denver, Colorado, United States

Writes $100K checks

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About

Patrick Riley blends operator and investor perspectives—CEO of an accelerator network and co-founder of a venture arm—with American Red Cross operations and Techstars-backed sales, prioritizing founder mental health, regular updates.

Invests in

AI & Machine LearningFintechHealthtechSaaSSpace Tech

Experience

  1. Global Venture NetworkPresident and CEOcurrent2014 — presentDenver, Colorado, United States
  2. Global Venture NetworkManaging Partner, GAN Venturescurrent2016 — presentDenver Metropolitan Area
  3. FluintChairperson of the Boardcurrent2022 — presentDenver, Colorado, United States
  4. University of DelawareBoard Member, Horn Center for Entrepreneurshipcurrent2016 — presentNewark, DE
  5. Mile High WorkShopBoard Membercurrent2014 — presentDenver, CO
  6. Invitational.Interim CEO2024 — 2025Denver, Colorado, United States
  7. Posner Center for International DevelopmentBoard Member2016 — 2021Denver Metropolitan Area
  8. TechstarsDirector of Growth and Business Development2011 — 2014Boulder, CO
  9. YouthBizBoard Member2011 — 2013Denver Metropolitan Area
  10. SunRxDirector, Business Development2009 — 2011Denver Metropolitan Area
  11. American Red CrossChief of Staff and Special Assistant to the CEO2005 — 2009Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Skills & more

Ecosystems1Professional Associations1Customer Relations10Business Management10Start-ups99Entrepreneurship99Venture Capital60Project Management22Management31Customer Service4Business Development99Marketing Strategy12
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Patrick Riley?
Patrick Riley blends operator and investor perspectives—CEO of an accelerator network and co-founder of a venture arm—with American Red Cross operations and Techstars-backed sales, prioritizing founder mental health, regular updates.
Where does Patrick Riley work?
Patrick Riley is Managing Partner at GAN Ventures.
What does Patrick Riley invest in?
Patrick Riley invests in AI & Machine Learning, Fintech, Healthtech, SaaS, Space Tech.
What check size does Patrick Riley write?
Patrick Riley typically writes checks of $100K.
Where did Patrick Riley go to school?
Patrick Riley studied at University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business (Master of Business Administration - MBA, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies); University of Delaware (Bachelor of Arts, Communication and Psychology).

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