Richard Wintsch

Executive Director

2018 - Current

Startup Virginia (SVA) is a nonprofit high-growth business incubator and entrepreneurial hub where innovators can learn, collaborate, and grow. Our incubator currently serves 58 startup companies that are supported by a expansive network of mentors, investors, corporate partners, and donors. SVA provides holistic programming and dynamic workspace to our member community, as well as free entrepreneurial education that is open to all. By helping entrepreneurs reach their full potential, we are driving innovation and strengthening our region’s economy. Learn More: https://www.startupvirginia.org

Chief Programming Officer

2017 - 2018

Director, VentureSouth Virginia

2021

VentureSouth operates angel investment networks and funds that provide capital and expertise to early-stage ventures in the Southeast. The network is comprised of 300+ investors with angel groups in sixteen markets and three co-investment funds. Since 2008, VentureSouth has invested $50 million in over 75 companies. They repeatedly have been named a Top 10 angel group in the U.S. with an impressive track record and proven returns for investors. Startup Virginia is proud to manage the VentureSouth Virginia angel group. Through this partnership, we bring together Virginia’s investor network and mentoring talent with VentureSouth's proven angel investment group model to fund startups and early-stage companies in Virginia and across the Southeast. Learn More: https://www.startupvirginia.org/programs/venturesouthva/

VP, Leadership Development & Engagement

2004 - 2017

Supervise dedicated team with the goal of retaining talent in the Richmond region and providing value to our region and customers. Organize and lead the regions annual InterCity Visit, which brings together top business, government and community leaders to enhance the Richmond region's future performance. Lead the Chambers talent retention and volunteer engagement strategies, including creating and launching the regions most recent leadership programs: MENTOR Richmond and RVA Leadership Lab

Sales Professional

2002 - 2004

Identified risk management needs for clients and developed strategies for enhancing existing benefit programs.

Private Banking Associate

1997 - 2002

Served as a senior analyst working with clients from France, Greece and Belgium.