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The Venture Variety ShowPlatform That SellsThe Venture Variety Show, Episode 32: Scott Sage, Crane Venture PartnersPlatform is no longer a perk. It is the work. Scott explains why early GTM help and sharp positioning matter more than ever, how founders should approach the “machete phase,” and why AI will compress firm operations while raising the bar for investors and teams.Chapters00:00 Meet Scott Sage02:42 Why platform is a “have to have.”04:21 Platform as GTM: position problems, not features05:24 Where they’re the go-to-market partner07:57 Founders using AI08:52 The “machete phas...
2025-09-0420 min
The Venture Variety ShowWhy National Grid Is Betting $100M on AI and Energy InnovationEpisode: Aaron Panzer on Powering the AI Era: National Grid’s $100M BetSummaryIn this episode of The Venture Variety Show, Alastair Goldfisher talks with Aaron Panzer, Head of Venture Acceleration at National Grid Partners, about how AI is reshaping the energy landscape.Aaron shares why NGP committed $100 million to AI investments earlier this year—and what it means for startups, infrastructure, and the growing strain on the grid. From optimizing capacity to rethinking storage and transmission, this conversation covers the future of utilities, venture collaboration, and the urgent need to power the...
2025-07-2422 min
The Venture Variety ShowPremiere: Scott Brown on The Venture Variety ShowIn this conversation, Alastair Goldfisher and Scott Brown discuss the evolution and significance of platform roles in venture capital. Scott emphasizes the importance of value addition beyond capital, the impact of relationships, the changes brought about by the pandemic and advice for those looking to get into a platform role. Scott also shares insights on best practices for VC platforms and offers advice for entrepreneurs seeking investment from firms. Get full access to The Venture Lens at theventurelens.substack.com/subscribe
2024-10-2135 min