Ripley Carroll

Ripley Carroll is an accomplished investment professional with extensive experience in venture capital and technology sectors. Currently serving as Principal at Telescope Partners, Ripley is dedicated to investing in exceptional entrepreneurs creating B2B technology companies. As a Venture Partner at Contrary Capital since 2016, Ripley focuses on talent-driven investments in early-stage companies. Previously, Ripley was a Principal at Stripes, where contributions included the development of the B2B technology and healthcare investment focus. As the Cofounder of Tandem Medical, Ripley revolutionized internal hospital communications. Earlier in the career, Ripley held leadership roles at the Virginia Venture Fund, enhancing partnerships and establishing programs that foster entrepreneurial growth, and in business development at Speek. Ripley holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance and IT from the University of Virginia.