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Stephanie Rich

Stephanie Rich

Platform Partner, Early-Stage Investor, and Startup Ecosystem Builder

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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Joined May 2025
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Summary

Stephanie Rich is a seasoned venture capital professional with extensive experience in early-stage investing and platform development. As Partner, Platform at Bread and Butter Ventures, she plays a crucial role in supporting portfolio companies and fostering startup ecosystem growth, bringing a hands-on approach to connecting dots for entrepreneurs. bizjournals+2
She possesses a strong background in marketing and operations, notably as the first employee and VP of Marketing at Particle. In this role, she successfully executed crowdfunding campaigns that raised over $1 million and built essential operational infrastructure for the company, demonstrating her ability to scale early-stage ventures. gobypartners
A dedicated mentor in the startup community, Stephanie has actively contributed to Techstars programs as both a mentor and Entrepreneur in Residence. She has been recognized with the #GiveFirst Award multiple times, highlighting her commitment to guiding and advising founders. techstars+2
Stephanie's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism and an MBA from the University of Cambridge / Cambridge Judge Business School. This dual expertise provides her with a unique perspective on communication, strategy, and business leadership. bizjournals+1

Work

Education

Writing

Four Tips to Founders for Getting the Most out of Mentorship

July 20, 2022

A blog post offering advice to founders on how to maximize their mentorship experiences.

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Platform Perspectives: Edition 1, Stephanie Rich

An article detailing insights and experiences related to her work in platform roles and startup ecosystems.

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Notes

MHMohib Hassansaid they've seen
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use hands-on startup or founder experience to help portfolio companies solve tough operating challenges.

Nov 2, 2025