Investing in the Future of Physical Industry with Scott Walbrun

Investing in the Future of Physical Industry with Scott Walbrun

July 15, 2026 · 54 min · Episode 145

About this episode

Scott Walbrun discusses his journey from the automotive industry to venture capital and the challenges of scaling robotics technology.

Scott Walbrun brings a unique perspective to venture capital. Having started his career inside the automotive industry before moving into investment banking and venture, he has spent years helping deep tech founders navigate one of the hardest challenges in robotics: turning impressive technology into repeatable, scalable businesses. As Principal at BMW i Ventures, Scott sits at the intersection of physical AI, robotics, manufacturing, industrial software, and advanced materials. In this conv...

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