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Partner Path
Partner Path is a podcast exploring the venture capital and startup ecosystem through the lens of trailblazing founders and operators. We feature candid conversations with early-stage leaders, offering insight into everything from product execution and go-to-market lessons to scaling teams and navigating growth. Whether you’re an aspiring founder, operator, or just curious about startups, tune in for an inside look at building in today’s ecosystem.
Partner Path
E13: An Unchartered Route into Venture Capital with Sean Simons (Newark Venture Partners)
Today, we sat down with Sean Simons, a Senior Associate at Newark Venture Partners. Sean had an untraditional path into Venture Capital. He started his career at PhotoShelter and 212 brewing before beginning a fellowship at NVP. While at NVP, he worked as a scrap collector and airplane washer. Five years later, Sean has built a strong brand by leading impressive investments within supply chain & logistics. Join us as Sean dives into getting his foot in the door, how to win deals, theme-focused sourcing, why the supply chain is essential, and the future of maritime technology.
Episode Chapters:
- Working in Sales and Washing Airplanes - 1:42
- The Journey into Venture Capital - 6:45
- Why You? - 9:07
- NVP’s Investment Strategy - 11:10
- Seed Stage Investment Process - 15:15
- The Supply Chain Innovation - 17:08
- Globalization and Nearshoring Supply Chain - 20:55
- Blue Economy Technology - 23:19
- EV Waste and Innovation - 29:08
- Final Questions - 29:56
As always, feel free to contact us at partnerpathpodcast@gmail.com. We would love to hear ideas for content, guests, and overall feedback.