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Madelyn O'Farrell

Madelyn O'Farrell

Venture capitalist focused on sustainable supply chain and mobility innovations

New York, New York
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Joined September 2025
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Summary

Madelyn O'Farrell is a venture capitalist specializing in supply chain, mobility, and sustainable technology investments. Her work at Dynamo Ventures and Flat World Partners reflects a strong commitment to backing mission-driven founders and advancing climate, health, and education technology. dynamo+3
She demonstrates a deep understanding of complex environmental and energy topics, authoring insightful articles on sustainable aviation, virtual power plants, and green hydrogen. This highlights her analytical skills and dedication to fostering safer, more sustainable, and efficient critical industries. medium+2
Her career began with a strong foundation in venture and private equity internships, and she gained international experience supporting early-stage startups at the Seoul Global Startup Center, showcasing a consistent interest in entrepreneurship and impact. dynamo
Beyond her professional pursuits, Madelyn is actively involved in her community through animal shelter volunteering and values continuous learning, as evidenced by her reflection on the book 'Fooled by Randomness' and her admiration for disciplined leadership. dynamo

Work

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Writing

Let's Talk Sustainable Aviation

February 1, 2024

An article discussing the decarbonization of the aviation industry, focusing on sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) and alternative solutions like hydrogen and electric planes.

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You've Got the Power; Let's Talk Virtual Power Plants

March 1, 2023

An exploration of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) as a solution for a decentralized, resilient, flexible, and clean energy grid, focusing on Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and challenges to mass market scale.

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Beyond the Hydrogen Rainbow; Let's Talk Green Hydrogen

March 1, 2022

A piece on the potential of green hydrogen to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors, explaining different types of hydrogen and innovative startups in the field.

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Hobbies

Enjoys exploring Manhattan's parks with a book in hand, cooking meals for friends, and volunteering at her local animal shelter. dynamo

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bring strong value and insight to founders in logistics, transportation, or industrial-tech investments.

Sep 8, 2025