MENLO PARK, Calif. — March 11, 2025 — Runway Growth Capital LLC (“Runway”), a leading provider of growth loans to venture and non-venture-backed companies seeking an alternative to raising equity, today announced the promotion of Andy Mizerek to Senior Director of Marketing. In his expanded role, Mr. Mizerek will continue to lead Runway’s marketing strategy, branding initiatives, and communications efforts to further strengthen the firm’s market presence.
Since joining Runway in 2019 as Director of Marketing, Mr. Mizerek has spearheaded strategic initiatives that have significantly increased the firm’s visibility and positioned it as a leader in the growth lending space. He has played a key role in launching and expanding Runway’s annual Venture Debt Review report, which provides data-driven insights into the venture debt market. He also led the communications strategy around David Spreng’s book, “All Money is Not Created Equal,” leveraging its release to enhance thought leadership and deepen industry engagement. Additionally, under his leadership, Runway’s public relations team has secured top-tier media placements that have elevated the firm’s brand within the financial and investment community.
“Andy has been instrumental in enhancing Runway’s market presence and strengthening our brand through key strategic initiatives,” said David Spreng, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Runway. “His ability to develop and execute impactful marketing and communications strategies has significantly contributed to our industry positioning. We are thrilled to see him take on this expanded role and continue driving our growth.”
Before joining Runway, Mr. Mizerek served as Senior Global Marketing Manager at Hotwire, where he led global agency marketing efforts across seven markets. Previously, he was Director of New Media & Partnership Relations at the PR Council, working with communications leaders nationwide to drive industry growth.
“I’m honored to take on this expanded role at Runway,” said Mizerek. “It’s been incredibly rewarding to contribute to the firm’s success through strategic marketing, thought leadership initiatives, and media engagement. I look forward to continuing to build our brand and expand our reach as we support innovative companies with flexible financing solutions.”
Mr. Mizerek holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of Connecticut.
About Runway Growth Capital LLC
Runway Growth Capital LLC is the investment adviser to investment funds, including Runway Growth Finance Corp. (Nasdaq: RWAY), a business development company, and other private funds, which are lenders of growth capital to companies seeking an alternative to raising equity. Led by industry veteran David Spreng, these funds provide senior term loans of a target of $10 million to $150 million to fast-growing companies based in the United States and Canada. For more information on Runway Growth Capital LLC and its platform, please visit www.runwaygrowth.com.
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