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Partner Path
Partner Path is a podcast exploring the venture capital and startup ecosystem through a younger perspective. We feature candid conversations with early-stage founders, operators, and emerging investors—offering insight into everything from sourcing and investment strategies to product execution and go-to-market lessons. Whether you’re an aspiring investor, founder, or just curious about VC, tune in for an inside look at the industry.
Partner Path
E36: Media meets VC with Brett Perlmutter (Bulletpitch)
This week, we sat down with Brett Perlmutter, Founder and CEO of Bulletpitch. During the conversation, we cover Brett's journey starting Bulletpitch as an undergraduate student to hosting events and writing for thousands of readers. We also cover wanting to break into VC, why top VCs are fantastic media companies, and why media yields deal flow.
Episode Chapters:
- Starting Bulletpitch - 1:04
- Building the pipeline - 5:50
- The content evolution - 8:03
- Company selection - 12:30
- Why scarcity is critical - 16:44
- Growth hacking in the early days - 22:50
- Building a syndicate - 30:00
- Brett's value add - 34:55
- Quick-fire round - 37:03
As always, feel free to contact us at partnerpathpodcast@gmail.com. We would love to hear ideas for content, guests, and overall feedback.
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