“Both Andrew and Jeff have shown exceptional analytical depth and commitment since joining our firm. Their promotions are well-deserved and reflect their invaluable contributions to RiverVest’s success,” said Jay Schmelter, RiverVest co-founder and managing director. “We are excited to see Andrew and Jeff’s continued growth and impact both on the firm and our portfolio companies.”

Andrew joined RiverVest as an analyst in June 2020 and was promoted to senior analyst in December 2022. He provides in-depth analysis for portfolio company financings and M&A transactions, is an active member of the medical device investment evaluation team, and recently joined the board of directors of InterVene, a RiverVest portfolio company, as an observer. In his new role as associate, Andrew will also lead RiverVest’s analyst team.

Andrew graduated summa cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis, earning a B.S. in Business Administration with a double major in Finance and Supply Chain Management, and a minor in Math. 

Jeff joined RiverVest as an analyst in January 2022. He performs financial analysis for portfolio company financings and M&A transactions, prepares fundraising analyses and presentations, and supports the due diligence process for potential investment opportunities.

Jeff earned a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Alabama and an M.S. in Finance from Washington University in St. Louis, with an emphasis in Wealth and Asset Management.