About
An investor and thought partner known for providing unfiltered, actionable feedback and making valuable business introductions. Founders consistently praise his availability and genuine care for both personal and professional founder success.
Ryan Broshar🔥 @rbroshar
The last few weeks have been deeply disruptive for many of our @MatchstickVC founders and the Minneapolis community. Across our portfolio, companies have gone remote to protect their teams. Founders and employees have been questioned, followed, or harassed, even when they have
Jan 28, 2026 · ♥ 3
Ryan Broshar🔥 @rbroshar
Financial advisors run on relationships, and Slant is helping them scale with AI. Pumped to back their $3.3M seed raise and launch of a next-gen CRM. https://t.co/oPpGG7spUv
Aug 26, 2025 · ♥ 3 · ⇄ 1
Ryan Broshar🔥 @rbroshar
Huge congrats to @bfeld on the release of Give First: The Power of Mentorship! I learned the Give First mindset at @Techstars and have carried it with me to @MatchstickVC. Brad's book is a perfect reminder of why this philosophy matters more than ever today. https://t.co/6yyR1Wb9Wh
Jun 24, 2025 · ♥ 2
Invests in
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityDeep TechDefense TechE-commerceEnterprise SoftwareFintechHardwareRoboticsSaaSSemiconductorsSpace Tech
Experience
- Matchstick VenturesFounder & Partnercurrent2015 — presentGreater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
- TechstarsVenture Partner2019 — 2021
- TechstarsManaging Director2015 — 2019Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
- Twin Cities Startup WeekCo-Founder2014 — 2016Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
- Beta.MNCo-Founder2013 — 2016Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
- Confluence Capital PartnersFounder & General Partner2013 — 2015Minneapolis, mn
- Confluence EnergyFounder & Managing Partner2012 — 2014Saint Paul, MN
- Entrepreneurial SolutionsPrincipal2009 — 2010
- Unversity Guide, LLCFounder, President & CEO2005 — 2008
- Center for Outdoor Adventure - University of MinnesotaTrip Leader2004 — 2006
Education
- University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of BusinessMBA, Finance2008 — 2010
- UMN Carlson School of ManagementBSB, Entrepreneurship and Marketing2002 — 2006
- Victoria University of WellingtonStudy Abroad2004
Skills & more
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Market ResearchSustainabilityFinancial AnalysisMarketingBusiness StrategyStart-upsSocial MediaManagement ConsultingMergers & AcquisitionsBusiness PlanningFrom Ryan's professional profile.
Same school
Also attended University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business38
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Also attended UMN Carlson School of Management38
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Also attended Victoria University of Wellington47
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Shared employers
Also worked at Matchstick Ventures3
Also worked at Techstars379
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Deals · 1
UpsieBoard seat
via Matchstick Ventures · filed Feb 2018 · $2.1M raise
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