

Rescue
Rescue
Rescue
Pivot
Pivot
Pivot
Grow
Grow
Grow
We provide second-chance capital and hands-on support to drive sustainable growth for promising startups.
We provide second-chance capital and hands-on support to drive sustainable growth for promising startups.


Rescue
Pivot
Grow
We provide second-chance capital and hands-on support to drive sustainable growth for promising startups.
Who We Are
At Palm, we give impact-driven startups a second chance.
At Palm, we give impact-driven startups a second chance.
At Palm, we give impact-driven startups a second chance.
At Palm, we give impact-driven startups a second chance.
We invest in visionary founders and early-stage startups poised to reshape industries and drive meaningful change.
In addition to capital, we provide strategic and operational support to help our portfolio companies find their path to profitability and greater impact.
We invest in visionary founders and early-stage startups poised to reshape industries and drive meaningful change.
In addition to capital, we provide strategic and operational support to help our portfolio companies find their path to profitability and greater impact.




Our Approach
The startups we invest in have strong potential, but face challenges charting sustained growth.
The startups we invest in have strong potential, but face challenges charting sustained growth.
The startups we invest in have strong potential, but face challenges charting sustained growth.
The startups we invest in have strong potential, but face challenges charting sustained growth.
Our unique strategy solves a critical need for startups. With patient capital and operational support, we help promising startups scale sustainably and achieve long-term success.
Our unique strategy solves a critical need for startups. With patient capital and operational support, we help promising startups scale sustainably and achieve long-term success.
Traditional Venture Capital
Traditional Venture Capital
Traditional Venture Capital
Traditional Venture Capital
Feeds capital to high growth companies, but starves late breakers
Feeds capital to high growth companies, but starves late breakers
Feeds capital to high growth companies, but starves late breakers
Feeds capital to high growth companies, but starves late breakers
Institutional capital focused on early returns to raise the next fund
Institutional capital focused on early returns to raise the next fund
Institutional capital focused on early returns to raise the next fund
Institutional capital focused on early returns to raise the next fund
Rigid terms and complex legal structures
Rigid terms and complex legal structures
Rigid terms and complex legal structures
Rigid terms and complex legal structures
Often lengthy due diligence process
Often lengthy due diligence process
Often lengthy due diligence process
Often lengthy due diligence process
Rarely provides anti-dilution protection for founders
Rarely provides anti-dilution protection for founders
Rarely provides anti-dilution protection for founders
Rarely provides anti-dilution protection for founders
Little flexibility for restructuring or debt relief
Little flexibility for restructuring or debt relief
Little flexibility for restructuring or debt relief
Little flexibility for restructuring or debt relief
Limited business development and operational support
Limited business development and operational support
Limited business development and operational support
Limited business development and operational support
Supports second chances for early-stage, impact-driven startups
Supports second chances for early-stage, impact-driven startups
Supports second chances for early-stage, impact-driven startups
Supports second chances for early-stage, impact-driven startups
Family-office with 30 year track record of patient, long-term capital
Family-office with 30 year track record of patient, long-term capital
Family-office with 30 year track record of patient, long-term capital
Family-office with 30 year track record of patient, long-term capital
Prioritizes sustainability over rapid growth
Prioritizes sustainability over rapid growth
Prioritizes sustainability over rapid growth
Prioritizes sustainability over rapid growth
Flexible terms and rapid closings
Flexible terms and rapid closings
Flexible terms and rapid closings
Flexible terms and rapid closings
Renewed management equity pool with some anti-dilution protection
Renewed management equity pool with some anti-dilution protection
Renewed management equity pool with some anti-dilution protection
Renewed management equity pool with some anti-dilution protection
Can recap, restructure debt, and offer a fresh start
Can recap, restructure debt, and offer a fresh start
Can recap, restructure debt, and offer a fresh start
Can recap, restructure debt, and offer a fresh start
Studio platform with strategic and operational support
Studio platform with strategic and operational support
Studio platform with strategic and operational support
Studio platform with strategic and operational support
Is your company a fit for Palm Venture Studios?
Backed by a family investment office, we provide patient capital—and we understand that growth can take time.
Backed by a family investment office, we provide patient family capital—and we understand that growth can take time.
Backed by a family investment office, we provide patient family capital—and we understand that growth can take time.
Backed by a family investment office, we provide patient family capital—and we understand that growth can take time.
Investment Process
Founder Experience & Shared Services
Investment Stakeholders
New Venture Creation
When should I approach Palm about investing? When is it too late?
Early-stage startups come to us at various phases of their journeys, though most have raised money and are having trouble raising more. Many have gone to market and seen early revenue traction. Others have stalled, and many need to pivot. That said, if you’re looking to raise a traditional Series A, Series B, or Series C, we aren't the right fit. We specialize in turnaround capital for startups who need a second chance.
How much does Palm typically invest in a company? Do you provide additional funding after the initial investment?
We tailor our investment approach to solve a stuck startup’s capital needs. Our investment process is unique, and we evaluate an array of performance and revenue metrics to determine how much capital is needed to rescue a startup. We’re prepared to provide additional pivot and growth capital as needed to support the ongoing success of a company. If necessary, we support later-stage fundraising through our broad network of family investment offices and venture funds.
Can Palm move quickly for urgent situations?
We’re able to move swiftly if there is a critical deadline affecting the deal timeline. We review financial and performance metrics, capital structure and market opportunities, and we assess how Palm can assist beyond capital to help rescue your startup. Our streamlined approach allows us to quickly close deals and discreetly disperse capital.
Does Palm have strict ownership requirements?
We don’t have strict requirements for ownership, though we do invest with a disciplined approach. Typically, we aim for a significant or majority position in your business to apply the broad and long-term resources needed.
Investment Process
When should I approach Palm about investing? When is it too late?
Early-stage startups come to us at various phases of their journeys, though most have raised money and are having trouble raising more. Many have gone to market and seen early revenue traction. Others have stalled, and many need to pivot. That said, if you’re looking to raise a traditional Series A, Series B, or Series C, we aren't the right fit. We specialize in turnaround capital for startups who need a second chance.
How much does Palm typically invest in a company? Do you provide additional funding after the initial investment?
We tailor our investment approach to solve a stuck startup’s capital needs. Our investment process is unique, and we evaluate an array of performance and revenue metrics to determine how much capital is needed to rescue a startup. We’re prepared to provide additional pivot and growth capital as needed to support the ongoing success of a company. If necessary, we support later-stage fundraising through our broad network of family investment offices and venture funds.
Can Palm move quickly for urgent situations?
We’re able to move swiftly if there is a critical deadline affecting the deal timeline. We review financial and performance metrics, capital structure and market opportunities, and we assess how Palm can assist beyond capital to help rescue your startup. Our streamlined approach allows us to quickly close deals and discreetly disperse capital.
Does Palm have strict ownership requirements?
We don’t have strict requirements for ownership, though we do invest with a disciplined approach. Typically, we aim for a significant or majority position in your business to apply the broad and long-term resources needed.
Investment Process
Founder Experience & Shared Services
Investment Stakeholders
New Venture Creation
When should I approach Palm about investing? When is it too late?
Early-stage startups come to us at various phases of their journeys, though most have raised money and are having trouble raising more. Many have gone to market and seen early revenue traction. Others have stalled, and many need to pivot. That said, if you’re looking to raise a traditional Series A, Series B, or Series C, we aren't the right fit. We specialize in turnaround capital for startups who need a second chance.
How much does Palm typically invest in a company? Do you provide additional funding after the initial investment?
We tailor our investment approach to solve a stuck startup’s capital needs. Our investment process is unique, and we evaluate an array of performance and revenue metrics to determine how much capital is needed to rescue a startup. We’re prepared to provide additional pivot and growth capital as needed to support the ongoing success of a company. If necessary, we support later-stage fundraising through our broad network of family investment offices and venture funds.
Can Palm move quickly for urgent situations?
We’re able to move swiftly if there is a critical deadline affecting the deal timeline. We review financial and performance metrics, capital structure and market opportunities, and we assess how Palm can assist beyond capital to help rescue your startup. Our streamlined approach allows us to quickly close deals and discreetly disperse capital.
Does Palm have strict ownership requirements?
We don’t have strict requirements for ownership, though we do invest with a disciplined approach. Typically, we aim for a significant or majority position in your business to apply the broad and long-term resources needed.
Investment Process
Founder Experience & Shared Services
Investment Stakeholders
New Venture Creation
When should I approach Palm about investing? When is it too late?
Early-stage startups come to us at various phases of their journeys, though most have raised money and are having trouble raising more. Many have gone to market and seen early revenue traction. Others have stalled, and many need to pivot. That said, if you’re looking to raise a traditional Series A, Series B, or Series C, we aren't the right fit. We specialize in turnaround capital for startups who need a second chance.
How much does Palm typically invest in a company? Do you provide additional funding after the initial investment?
We tailor our investment approach to solve a stuck startup’s capital needs. Our investment process is unique, and we evaluate an array of performance and revenue metrics to determine how much capital is needed to rescue a startup. We’re prepared to provide additional pivot and growth capital as needed to support the ongoing success of a company. If necessary, we support later-stage fundraising through our broad network of family investment offices and venture funds.
Can Palm move quickly for urgent situations?
We’re able to move swiftly if there is a critical deadline affecting the deal timeline. We review financial and performance metrics, capital structure and market opportunities, and we assess how Palm can assist beyond capital to help rescue your startup. Our streamlined approach allows us to quickly close deals and discreetly disperse capital.
Does Palm have strict ownership requirements?
We don’t have strict requirements for ownership, though we do invest with a disciplined approach. Typically, we aim for a significant or majority position in your business to apply the broad and long-term resources needed.
Track Record
Palm Venture Studios is backed by a family office and led by a team of seasoned investors, entrepreneurs, and creatives with 35+ years of success.
Palm Venture Studios is backed by a family office and led by a team of seasoned investors, entrepreneurs, and creatives with 35+ years of success.
Palm Venture Studios is backed by a family office and led by a team of seasoned investors, entrepreneurs, and creatives with 35+ years of success.
Platform Companies
Platform Companies
Platform Companies
+30 Add-On Acquisitions
+ 30 Add on Acquisitions
Exits
Exits
Exits
Return on Investment on a Blended Basis
Return on Investement
Return on Investment on a Blended Basis
Return on Investment on a Blended Basis
Success stories from our portfolio.
Success stories from our portfolio.



Camio: A Strategic Transformation in AI Video Security

Problem
Solution
Impact
Camio developed industry-leading computer vision and AI technology to monitor real-time video and report safety risks. While Camio’s technology and existing clients were top-tier, the company required additional support to translate its powerful AI into a “must-have” solution and expand its total market.



Camio: A Strategic Transformation in AI Video Security

Problem
Solution
Impact
Camio developed industry-leading computer vision and AI technology to monitor real-time video and report safety risks. While Camio’s technology and existing clients were top-tier, the company required additional support to translate its powerful AI into a “must-have” solution and expand its total market.



Camio: A Strategic Transformation in AI Video Security

Problem
Solution
Impact
Camio developed industry-leading computer vision and AI technology to monitor real-time video and report safety risks. While Camio’s technology and existing clients were top-tier, the company required additional support to translate its powerful AI into a “must-have” solution and expand its total market.



Camio: A Strategic Transformation in AI Video Security

Problem
Solution
Impact
Camio developed industry-leading computer vision and AI technology to monitor real-time video and report safety risks. While Camio’s technology and existing clients were top-tier, the company required additional support to translate its powerful AI into a “must-have” solution and expand its total market.


Advancing AI in Safety, Security and Compliance
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. Palm has given us a chance to thrive with funding to find better product-market-fit and to expand our total addressable market. Palm’s hands-on support with sales, marketing, and business development—as well as the venture studio’s focus on sustaining business value, not just momentum— fills a big gap among investors.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Advancing Real-time Video Security
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. My Brazilian friend said "Nadar, nadar e morrer na praia” a famous parable of “swim, swim, and die on the beach.” After swimming across oceans, I’m grateful for the Palm Ventures team who gave us the chance to survive and thrive.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Igniting Change with Goode Health for Better Wellness
Palm Ventures’ support has been instrumental in Goode Health's mission to revolutionize nutrition. With their backing, we have developed innovative solutions to address widespread micronutrient deficits, making wellness more accessible. Their strategic guidance has propelled our growth and impact, driving positive change in healthcare. We are grateful for Palm Ventures’ partnership to build a healthier future together.
Mike Glick
CEO of Goode Health
Founder
Experience


Advancing AI in Safety, Security and Compliance
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. Palm has given us a chance to thrive with funding to find better product-market-fit and to expand our total addressable market. Palm’s hands-on support with sales, marketing, and business development—as well as the venture studio’s focus on sustaining business value, not just momentum— fills a big gap among investors.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Advancing Real-time Video Security
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. My Brazilian friend said "Nadar, nadar e morrer na praia” a famous parable of “swim, swim, and die on the beach.” After swimming across oceans, I’m grateful for the Palm Ventures team who gave us the chance to survive and thrive.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Igniting Change with Goode Health for Better Wellness
Palm Ventures’ support has been instrumental in Goode Health's mission to revolutionize nutrition. With their backing, we have developed innovative solutions to address widespread micronutrient deficits, making wellness more accessible. Their strategic guidance has propelled our growth and impact, driving positive change in healthcare. We are grateful for Palm Ventures’ partnership to build a healthier future together.
Mike Glick
CEO of Goode Health
Founder
Experience

Advancing AI in Safety, Security and Compliance
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. Palm has given us a chance to thrive with funding to find better product-market-fit and to expand our total addressable market. Palm’s hands-on support with sales, marketing, and business development—as well as the venture studio’s focus on sustaining business value, not just momentum— fills a big gap among investors.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio

Founder
Experience

Advancing Real-time Video Security
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. My Brazilian friend said "Nadar, nadar e morrer na praia” a famous parable of “swim, swim, and die on the beach.” After swimming across oceans, I’m grateful for the Palm Ventures team who gave us the chance to survive and thrive.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio

Founder
Experience

Igniting Change with Goode Health for Better Wellness
Palm Ventures’ support has been instrumental in Goode Health's mission to revolutionize nutrition. With their backing, we have developed innovative solutions to address widespread micronutrient deficits, making wellness more accessible. Their strategic guidance has propelled our growth and impact, driving positive change in healthcare. We are grateful for Palm Ventures’ partnership to build a healthier future together.
Mike Glick
CEO of Goode Health

Founder
Experience


Advancing AI in Safety, Security and Compliance
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. Palm has given us a chance to thrive with funding to find better product-market-fit and to expand our total addressable market. Palm’s hands-on support with sales, marketing, and business development—as well as the venture studio’s focus on sustaining business value, not just momentum— fills a big gap among investors.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Advancing Real-time Video Security
We worked years to win top customers across 14 countries only to run into a cash flow crunch that was near death. My Brazilian friend said "Nadar, nadar e morrer na praia” a famous parable of “swim, swim, and die on the beach.” After swimming across oceans, I’m grateful for the Palm Ventures team who gave us the chance to survive and thrive.
Carter Maslan
CEO of Camio
Founder
Experience


Igniting Change with Goode Health for Better Wellness
Palm Ventures’ support has been instrumental in Goode Health's mission to revolutionize nutrition. With their backing, we have developed innovative solutions to address widespread micronutrient deficits, making wellness more accessible. Their strategic guidance has propelled our growth and impact, driving positive change in healthcare. We are grateful for Palm Ventures’ partnership to build a healthier future together.
Mike Glick
CEO of Goode Health
Founder
Experience
We’re backed by an impact-driven family investment office.
Palm Venture Studios was established by a family investment office to pioneer a unique network of venture studios. As we expanded, we recognized a critical issue: Many promising startups were struggling to grow. To address this, we shifted our focus toward second-chance capital for impact-driven, stuck startups.
Our track record is grounded in patient capital. We aren’t guided by the same timelines or return expectations that motivate traditional VCs. We deploy capital discreetly and understand growth can take time.
Palm Venture Studios was established by a family investment office to pioneer a unique network of venture studios. As we expanded, we recognized a critical issue: Many promising startups were struggling. To address this, we shifted our focus toward turnaround capital for purpose-driven, stuck startups.
Our track record is grounded in patient capital. We aren’t guided by the same timelines or return expectations that motivate traditional VCs. We deploy capital discreetly and understand growth can take time.
Palm Venture Studios was established by a family investment office to pioneer a unique network of venture studios. As we expanded, we recognized a critical issue: Many promising startups were struggling to grow. To address this, we shifted our focus toward second-chance capital for impact-driven, stuck startups.
Our track record is grounded in patient capital. We aren’t guided by the same timelines or return expectations that motivate traditional VCs. We deploy capital discreetly and understand growth can take time.








Leadership Team

Daniela Plattner
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Daniela Plattner
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Daniela Plattner
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Daniela Plattner
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Andy Ambrose
Partner

Andy Ambrose
Partner

Andy Ambrose
Partner

Andy Ambrose
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

Richard Ling
Partner

Richard Ling
Partner

Richard Ling
Partner

Richard Ling
Partner

Stefan Pryor
Partner

Stefan Pryor
Partner

Stefan Pryor
Partner

Stefan Pryor
Partner

Richard Lee
Partner

Richard Lee
Partner

Richard Lee
Partner

Richard Lee
Partner

Jeff Blickman
Director

Jeff Blickman
Director

Jeff Blickman
Director

Jeff Blickman
Director

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Mariana Gonzalez
Senior Associate

Mariana Gonzalez
Senior Associate

Mariana Gonzalez
Senior Associate

Mariana Gonzalez
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications
What We Provide
What We Provide
What We Provide
What We Provide
Our venture studios offer strategic and operational support to help startups succeed.
Our venture studios offer strategic and operational support to help startups succeed.
Our venture studios offer strategic and operational support to help startups succeed.
Our venture studios offer strategic and operational support to help startups succeed.
Acquisitions
Go-To-Market
Strategic Partnerships
Studio Space
Finance & Accounting
Talent & HR
Coaching & Community
Legal
We’re a nationwide venture studio.
Working together matters. With a network of studios across the US, we provide resources and co-working spaces in economic opportunity zones to grow businesses where they are.
Working together matters. With a network of studios across the US, we provide resources and co-working spaces in economic opportunity zones to grow businesses where they are.
Active Studios
Austin
TX
Columbus
OH
Boise
ID
Oakland
CA
Boston
MA
Salt Lake City
UT
Hudson
NY
Palo Alto
CA




Get in Touch
Reach out to us if you or someone in your network is working with a startup that may be a good fit for us.
We tailor the investment process for each startup, though our streamlined approach allows us to swiftly and discretely invest in companies that align with our focus.
Reach out to us if you or someone in your network is working with a startup that may be a good fit for us.