
Palm was founded by a family office to pioneer a second-chance capital approach to startup investing.
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 was founded by a family office to pioneer a second-chance capital approach to startup investing.
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 was founded by a family office to pioneer a second-chance capital approach to startup investing.
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.




Leadership Team

Brad Palmer
Executive Chairman & Founder

Brad Palmer
Executive Chairman & Founder

Brad Palmer
Executive Chairman & Founder

Brad Palmer
Executive Chairman & Founder

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

Peter Sloterdyk
Chief Marketing Officer

Peter Sloterdyk
Chief Marketing Officer

Peter Sloterdyk
Chief Marketing Officer

Peter Sloterdyk
Chief Marketing Officer

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

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Matt Phillips
Senior Associate

Matt Phillips
Senior Associate

Matt Phillips
Senior Associate

Matt Phillips
Senior Associate

Peter Espersen
Strategic Advisor

Peter Espersen
Strategic Advisor

Peter Espersen
Strategic Advisor

Peter Espersen
Strategic Advisor

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications

Michael Appler
Brand & Communications
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Working together matters. With a network of studios across the US, we provide resources and co-working spaces to grow businesses where they are. We host networking events, workshops, and peer learning sessions that foster a collaborative environment that is supportive for growth.




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