Rick Smith

Rick Smith is currently an advisor at Fuse Inventory. Rick has over 25 years of experience in the venture capital industry.

Rick started their career at SunAmerica in 1996 as a managing director, where they founded the venture capital investing practice. Rick was involved in several corporate acquisitions and other special projects working with Eli Broad, Jay Wintrob and Marc Gamsin, among others.

In 2000, they joined Palomar Ventures as a managing director. During their time there, they helped the company grow to become one of the leading venture firms in Southern California.

Rick has a proven track record of success in the venture capital industry. Rick is a trusted advisor and an expert in the field.

Rick Smith has a JD from Harvard Law School and a BS in Finance from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.