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.

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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.