Ryan Diew

Ryan Diew is a multifaceted professional with experience in venture capital, entrepreneurship, and technology. He currently serves as a Principal and Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) at Base Ventures, a role he has held since October 2022.1

Professional Background

Ryan's career journey includes:

Venture Capital:: As Principal/EIR at Base Ventures, he works with the team to source and diligence investments, as well as support operations.1

Entrepreneurship:: Ryan is the founder, CEO, and iOS Engineer of Trippie, an airport navigation app that has achieved the #1 ranking in the iOS App Store for Airport Maps/Navigation.1 Trippie has garnered hundreds of thousands of users worldwide.12

Technology:: His experience includes a stint at the Innovation Lab of Kapor Center and serving as a Student Ambassador for Google.1

Education and Athletics

Ryan attended Colgate University, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.1 During his time at Colgate, he demonstrated exceptional athletic prowess:

• Walked on to the Division I Men's Basketball team in his sophomore year
• Competed in Division I Men's Track & Field as a triple jumper and sprinter
• Achieved finalist status in the Patriot League Championship for track and field1

Achievements and Recognition

Ryan's accomplishments include:

• Patriot League Academic Honor Roll (2016)
• Recipient of the Marino Family Scholarship at Colgate University (2015)
• Dean's List Award at Colgate University (2015)1

His diverse background in technology, entrepreneurship, and athletics has positioned Ryan Diew as a dynamic professional in the startup and venture capital landscape.