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March 9, 2021 55 mins

Rev1 Ventures’ Parker MacDonell shares how venture ecosystems in the heartland are birthing Unicorns and more!  Rev1 Ventures has invested close to $100 Million into 210 companies and completed 15 exit events - all in the Heartland. 

In this episode, you will learn:

  1. How public/private partnerships have birthed Unicorns and more in the Heartland of America! 
  2. How Rev1 Ventures has invested in 210 companies, 55 Lead Investments and completed 15 exit events primarily in Ohio. 
  3. Why Myonexus Therapeutics is such a success story of tech transfer and early engagement with strategic corporate partners. 
  4. How Rev1 Ventures collaborates with corporate innovation teams to create strong ecosystems that benefit everyone. 
  5. Where you can learn more about the innovation happening in the Heartland of America at www.Rev1Ventures.com. 

Parker MacDonell serves as Managing Director of Rev1 Ventures and Managing Director of OTAF: the Ohio Tech Angel Funds. He served as a Board Member of the Angel Capital Association for 6 years and currently serves on the Boards of MentorCliq, EmployStream, Improveit!360 and RapChat. A banker and a musician by background, Parker brings deep experience and wisdom to the Rev1 portfolio and the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Heartland of America. 

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