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Expansion Venture Capital

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Expansion Venture Capital is a New York-based company that invests in and supports early- and growth-stage companies..

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founded date

01.01.2010

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Private

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Expansion Venture Capital, a venture capital firm based in New York City, specializes in early and growth stage companies. Led by entrepreneurs Joseph and Ryan Melohn, EVC has a team with a combined 15 years of experience in building successful companies. They offer support in areas like mentorship, raising capital, business development, customer acquisition, talent sourcing, and press coverage. EVC aims to be the go-to resource for their founders, providing assistance and guidance whenever needed. They prioritize the success of their teams and believe that entrepreneurs are the key to building great companies.
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Date 
name 
Lead 
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Joseph Melohn
Joseph Melohn

Joseph Melohn

Joseph Melohn, a well-respected investor in the venture capital industry is co- founder and President of Expansion Venture Capital. Mr. Melohn has successfully helped fund and manage multiple companies. His extensive knowledge in many industries enabled him to assist in taking an energy company from the idea stage to IPO in 2012. In addition, Mr. Melohn has invested in biotech, health and wellness companies as well as having worked with many funds in the ABL lending sector. His expertise has now extended to tech start-ups. His unique approach and business acumen enables him to take a promising idea or existing business to the next level. Entrepreneurs want a venture partner who understands and believes in the power of high dreams, bold visions and fresh ideas.

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Expansion Venture Capital

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Ryan Melohn
Ryan Melohn

Ryan Melohn

Ryan Melohn is co-founder and chief operating officer for Expansion VC. In addition Mr. Melohn is vice-president and property manager for the Expansion Group Inc. , a real estate corporation with holdings in both residential and commercial sectors. As chief facilitator for Expansion VC, Mr. Melohn has been responsible for successfully pairing potential entrepreneurs/companies with ideal investments. Ryan’s networking throughout the venture capital and corporate worlds, have proven extremely valuable to EVC. His portfolio includes but is not limited to Postmates, RelayRides, AngelList, Life360, Firebase, TheRealReal, Enigma.io, Compstak, Engrade and eShares among many others. Ryan’s philanthropic interests are varied and eclectic. He is particularly dedicated to Kids of Courage, an organization focused on improving the daily lives of children and adults battling catastrophic illnesses.

current job

Expansion Venture Capital
Expansion Venture Capital

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Ryan Melohn

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Ryan Melohn

Ryan Melohn

COO & Co-Founder

Joseph Melohn

Joseph Melohn

Co-Founder & President

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