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Jeremy Diamond

Jeremy Diamond

Advisor, investor, and founder passionate about deep tech and automation

Los Angeles, CA
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Joined June 2025
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Summary

Jeremy Diamond is a seasoned startup professional and advisor, specializing in deep tech and automation. He has co-founded a robotics-as-a-service company (Picnic) and his own investment firm (DMND), demonstrating a hands-on approach to building and advising early-stage ventures. dmnd+1
With an MBA from the University of Washington, Jeremy has a strong background in corporate strategy and investor relations, having successfully led fundraising efforts including helping Placer.ai raise $100 million. He actively advises startups on fundraising processes and venture capital dynamics. theorg+1
Jeremy is an accomplished writer and thought leader on business strategy, automation, and venture capital. He co-authors the Automatter newsletter, has published essays on data businesses and the Robotics as a Service model, and previously maintained a blog reviewing startup pitch decks. notion+3
His career trajectory includes a foundation in film and TV post-production, followed by a pivot into tech consulting and startup co-founding, showcasing adaptability and a diverse skill set in media, technology, and finance. amazon

Work

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Writing

The Zapier Playbook

November 1, 2020

An analysis of Zapier's success, outlining five reasons why the company has been a leader in software process automation, co-authored for the Automatter newsletter.

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Feeding the Rebels

April 1, 2020

An analysis of ghost kitchens and strategies for restaurants to navigate the challenges of coronavirus and food delivery competition.

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The 7 Powers and the Golden Path of Data Businesses

An essay analyzing data-as-a-service business models through the lens of Hamilton Helmer's 7 Powers framework.

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Robotics as a Service (RaaS) series

A series of posts detailing various aspects of the Robotics as a Service business, including value generation, true alignment, operations, and acquisition cost.

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Startup Deck Review Blog

An old blog dedicated to studying and reviewing startup pitch decks, offering insights into effective pitching.

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Hobbies

Jeremy is a cruciverbalist, indicating an interest in crosswords and word puzzles. dmnd+1

He is a baseball fan. dmnd