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Blake Robbins
Principal at Benchmark
Blake Robbins is a Partner at Ludlow Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm based in Detroit, Michigan. He has been with Ludlow Ventures since 2014, starting as an intern and progressing through various roles, including Associate and Associate Partner, before becoming a Partner in 2019. The firm is known for its investments in companies such as Italic, 100 Thieves, Honey, Stir, and Product Hunt, focusing on founder-driven investing without a strict investment thesis.12
Robbins holds a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management from Michigan State University, where he graduated in 2015. His investment philosophy emphasizes the importance of the founder's narrative and unique positioning in the market. He looks for teams that can articulate their advantages and effectively engage consumers through storytelling and authentic connections.123
In addition to his role at Ludlow Ventures, Robbins co-hosts a podcast called "Gamecraft," which explores the history of the video game industry. He is recognized for his insights into creator-led commerce and the evolving landscape of digital influence.34
Highlights
Random thoughts:
- Every major social network inevitably evolves into a content platform when it depends on an ads-based business model.
- The gap between stated and revealed preferences on content platforms is astronomical.
Random thoughts:
someone should run a micro-PE fund where you acquire “niche” internet staples like: Geoguessr, TierMaker, etc.
