Ripley Hartmeyer
About Ripley Hartmeyer
Ripley Hartmeyer serves as the Vice President of Executive Talent at General Catalyst, where he focuses on talent initiatives across various sectors and integrates AI into talent strategies. He has a diverse background in talent management and investor relations, having previously held roles at Canvas Ventures and Spencer Stuart.
Current Role at General Catalyst
Ripley Hartmeyer serves as Vice President, Executive Talent at General Catalyst, a position he has held since 2024. Based in New York, New York, he focuses on building executive teams and leads talent initiatives across various sectors, including Enterprise, Fintech, and Europe/International. Hartmeyer integrates AI into talent strategies, enhancing the firm's approach to executive recruitment and development.
Previous Experience at Canvas Ventures
Before joining General Catalyst, Hartmeyer worked at Canvas Ventures from 2020 to 2022. He held dual roles as Head of Talent & Community and Head of Investor Relations. In these positions, he was responsible for fostering community engagement and managing relationships with investors, contributing to the firm's growth and talent acquisition strategies.
Background in Executive Talent Acquisition
Hartmeyer has a robust background in executive talent acquisition, having previously served as Director of Executive Talent at General Catalyst from 2022 to 2024. His earlier experience includes roles at Spencer Stuart, where he worked as an Associate in the TMT Practice and as an Analyst in the Board Practice. His career has been marked by a focus on identifying and developing leadership talent across various industries.
Educational Background
Hartmeyer studied at the University of Richmond, where he earned a B.A., cum laude, with a concentration in Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law, alongside a minor in French. He also completed an Undergraduate Semester Abroad at Queen Mary University of London. His foundational education includes attendance at Groton School and The Green Vale School.
Engagement with Founders and Advisory Work
In his current role, Hartmeyer collaborates closely with founders of notable companies such as Airbnb, Canva, and Stripe to build effective executive teams. He engages with top operators for advisory work and angel investing, reflecting a portfolio career approach that combines his expertise in talent acquisition with strategic investment opportunities.