
Palm Venture Studios provides patient, “second-chance” capital and expert support to promising but stuck startups.
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 provides patient, “second-chance” capital and expert support to promising but stuck startups.
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 provides patient, “second-chance” capital and expert support to promising but stuck startups.
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.







An impact-driven family office.
An impact-driven family office.
Palm Venture Studios is an affiliate of Palm Ventures, an active family investment office with an extraordinary 30-year track record of impact and financial returns.
What We Provide
Our venture studios offer strategic and operational support to help startups succeed.
Acquisitions
Research & Analysis
Finance & Accounting
Studio Space
AI Enablement
Go-To-Market
Emergency Capital
Talent & HR
Growth Capital
Strategic Partnerships
Communications & PR
Coaching & Community
Legal
Acquisitions
Research & Analysis
Finance & Accounting
Studio Space
Strategic Partnerships
Communications & PR
AI Enablement
Go-To-Market
Emergency Capital
Talent & HR
Growth Capital
Coaching & Community
Legal
Acquisitions
Research & Analysis
Finance & Accounting
Studio Space
AI Enablement
Go-To-Market
Emergency Capital
Talent & HR
Growth Capital
Strategic Partnerships
Communications & PR
Coaching & Community
Legal
Acquisitions
Research & Analysis
Finance & Accounting
Studio Space
Strategic Partnerships
Communications & PR
AI Enablement
Go-To-Market
Emergency Capital
Talent & HR
Growth Capital
Coaching & Community
Legal
Team

Brad Palmer
Executive Chairman & Founder

Daniela Plattner
Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Andy Ambrose
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

John Fitch
Partner

Jeff Blickman
Director

Jeff Blickman
Director

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Rob Pflieger
Chief Investment Officer

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Jason Woody
Senior Managing Director

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Josh Frumberg
Chief Financial Officer

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Houston Clarke
Chief of Staff

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Barbara Tucker
Controller

Scott Dodaro
Senior Accountant

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Luis Berdecia
Accountant

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Sean O'Brien
Senior Associate

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Alex Ainsberg
Investment Associate

Scott Bush
Finance Operations Associate

Scott Bush
Finance Operations Associate

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Howard Kaplan
Strategic Advisor

Peter Espersen
Strategic Advisor
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