Jeffrey McDaniel
Portfolio Executive, Innovation Works
Jeffrey McDaniel is a recognized expert in Innovation, Advanced Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, Robotics and Clean Energy ventures. Based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania he is currently a Portfolio Executive and manager of energy venture investments at Innovation Works (“IW”), one of the most active early-stage investors in the United States. Through IW, its co-investment arm Riverfront Ventures, and its three tech accelerators, Mr. McDaniel drives investments into early-stage technology companies, provides entrepreneurs with strategic advice and technical expertise, and evaluates hundreds of emerging technologies and companies annually. He serves as an observer on the boards of more than 20 tech startups. Mr. McDaniel is a member of both IW’s hardware and software teams, providing a unique perspective of the multidisciplinary aspects of most technology development, transition and commercialization. His energy experience extends throughout his career, including roles as an operating engineer in the United States Navy, industrial technology R&D, and executive leadership for both for-profit and non-profit organizations.