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Investing in America’s Heartland

Revolution's Rise of the Rest team recently returned to Bentonville, AR, to connect with founders, convene the ecosystem, and participate in the 2022 Heartland Summit. A few takeaways from the region's movers and shakers: the Heartland offers countless strategic advantages beyond cost of living (including intellectual capital, proximity, and authenticity), and investors are taking note. Check out highlights from our trip, and read more on the momentum mounting in Northwest Arkansas in Fortune.

Revolution News

Washington's 2022 Tech Titans

This year, Washingtonian's list of the most innovative people in D.C. tech includes Anna Mason, David Hall, Steve Case, Ted Leonsis, and Tige Savage. Check out the VCs, entrepreneurs, government officials, and others championing the District's digital economy in the magazine's May edition.

Ayush Jain Has Thoughts on the "Fail Fast" Mantra

From engineering to product management to investing in entrepreneurs beyond traditional tech hubs, Rise of the Rest Senior Associate, Ayush Jain's experience runs the gamut. On The Sure Shot Entrepreneur podcast, Ayush discusses his background, trends in health tech, and why conviction is key to startup success with host, Gopi Rangan.

Portfolio News

Tala Recognized As CNBC Disruptor for Third Year in a Row

Nearly half of the world is unable to participate in the formal financial sector. Tala is on a mission to change that, serving the underbanked and powering entrepreneurs globally — work that has landed the Revolution Growth-backed company among CNBC's Disruptor 50 rankings for three years running. Check out the 2022 list, and read more on the world's local lender.

Mint House at 70 Pine Named #5 Hotel in the U.S.

Securing a spot within the top five for the second year in a row, Revolution Ventures-backed Mint House maintained its position as the only residential hospitality brand on Tripadvisor's coveted list — one powered entirely by guest ratings. Read more on the best-reviewed stays in the U.S.

Mahmee Raises $9.2M Series A

The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate in the developed world. Rise of the Rest-backed Mahmee founder, Melissa Hanna, believes we can do better. How? By bridging gaps in care to keep parents-to-be and babies healthy and happy at their most critical moments. Get the story on Mahmee's integrated approach and latest funding round in CNN.

Beyond Silicon Valley

A Back-To-Office Reality Check

Companies requiring in-person attendance are facing pushback. Conversely, those with more flexible policies — like Rise of the Rest-backed Swaypay — have found that their approach is a draw for some of the economy’s most in-demand talent. Read how this new dynamic is playing out for employees across the country in The Wall Street Journal.

Our Portfolio is Hiring

AcreTrader

The pioneering agricultural real estate investing platform is seeking a Senior Corporate Financial Analyst based in Fayetteville, AR. Learn more and apply.

Orchard

The company transforming the way people buy and sell their homes is seeking a Mortgage Quality Control Analyst based in Charlotte, NC. Learn more and apply.

Place Exchange

The company transforming out of home advertising to be truly programmatic is seeking a remote Fullstack Software Engineer. Learn more and apply.

Entrepreneurs Rising

Curbio's Rick Rudman

Curbio is on a mission to make the pre-sale home improvement process the way it should be: smart, speedy, and stress-free. Hear why CEO, Rick Rudman, set out to modernize the decades-old home improvement industry and what he looks for in an investor on the latest episode of Entrepreneurs Rising.

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