S1.E2.5 - John Rockwell on Self-Awareness, Venture Capital, and The Education of Hockey

This episode features an interview with John Rockwell — a former professional hockey player and current venture capitalist.

We discuss the importance of self-awareness, excellence, and glory. We also explore how hockey and Michigan Tech shaped John’s personal development.

John Rockwell is the founder of a venture capital and private equity firm that manages $800 million in capital. He has invested in more than 30 privately held companies focused on commercializing technology-based innovations. John has served on the boards of over 25 companies. He is also an alumnus of Michigan Tech, where he played hockey and studied chemical engineering before graduating with a degree in business administration.

He is currently the CEO and co-founder of Revex Technologies, which is positioned to become a leader in the sustainable processing and production of nickel and other critical minerals. The company aims to support global net-zero carbon energy goals. These minerals are essential for lithium batteries, electricity grids, and the defense and space industries.