Ryan Newcom

Ryan Newcom is a Founder and Partner at SEMCAP based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, where he directs venture capital allocations toward early-stage consumer brands and businesses. Prior to establishing his current firm, he served as the Director of Investments at Emil Capital Partners from 2020 to 2021, managing portfolio operations and sourcing new consumer sector deals. His professional background also includes significant tenure in corporate venture capital and strategic growth roles at 301 Inc., the dedicated early-stage investment arm of multinational food manufacturer General Mills. Newcom completed his undergraduate education between 2001 and 2005, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management to build his foundational financial expertise. Today, his primary investment focus remains centered on providing capital and strategic guidance to emerging consumer packaged goods companies navigating their initial growth phases.