Ricky Mason + Chris Redd
A serial entrepreneur and an angel investor joined forces to form Rheddorick, a platform to amplify diversity in the Midwest startup ecosystem. Based in Louisville, KY, Rheddorick hosts Network ‘N Chill, a digital and in-person event series.
Network + Chill authentically connects founders, funders, and anyone in the entrepreneurial ecosystem through storytelling, education, and inclusivity. We know collaboration and knowledge sharing are vital in any journey, and we believe curating a dedicated network with authentic conversation in a fun environment will create density in the region.
Ricky and Chris have coached numerous startup founders to grow and scale their businesses. Read More
Based in Louisville, KY, Chris and Ricky are well connected throughout the Midwest region. The Rheddorick team is prepared to help plan and us host your next networking event or professional party.
Latest News
Chris Redd Named Forty Under 40 by Louisville Business First
Congratulations are in order for Angel Investor and Coporate IT Manager Christopher Redd. Redd was named Forty Under 40 by Louisville Business First. Read the article to learn more about what Redd is up to, and his favorite hobby, bartending.
BrainSTEM Named 2022 Startup to Watch by Louisville Business First
For the second year in a row, BrainSTEM was named a 2022 Startup to Watch by Louisville Business First. Read more about the honor and what other businesses made the list here.
Upcoming Events
Network ‘N Chill: Web3.0, Crypto and Blockchain feat. Talisha Shine
Mar 1 @ 12:30pm WATCH LIVE
Lunch N’ Learn w/ Monique Quarterman, Executive Director KCV
Mar 9 @ 12pm WATCH LIVE
Network ‘N Chill w/ Alicia McKoy, Founder and CEO of Peak Mind
March 22 @ 5pm-6pm WATCH LIVE
Meet Rheddorick
Co-founders of Network + Chill
Chris Redd
Chris Redd is born and raised in Milwaukee, WI and now resides in Louisville, Kentucky. He is a Louisville technology ecosystem builder, investor, advisor, and consultant. Chris offers more than 14 years of business, healthcare, and technology experience.
Ricky Mason
Born and raised in Louisville, KY, Ricky Mason is the founder of award-winning startup, BrainSTEM. Ricky has over 10 years of experience in system engineering, product development, and business strategy. Before startup life, Ricky launched rockets at NASA, built cyber networks for the CIA, and led AgTech research at the University of Kentucky.

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Are you a startup founder, VC or supporter of Louisville’s startup ecosystem? We want to hear from you!
Want to support Network + Chill?
We rely on sponsors to keep Network + Chill events free and open to the public. This furthers our mission of bringing inclusivity and density to the Midwest startup ecosystem. Subscribe to our patreon, or reach out to Rheddorick to sponsor an event.