Scott Walbrun

VC at BMW i Ventures

📍 United States🔄 Updated September 2026💼 16 investments📅 7 years investing🗓 Last invested Jul 2025
VC🌍 United States
16
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6
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Portfolio

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Board Observer
Jul 2025
Estes is an electrification systems development and manufacturing technology company, with an initial focus on durable high voltage battery systems for all mobility sectors. We are taking a novel approach to battery systems architecture through deep vertical integration, while building a US-based supply chain and manufacturing footprint. Headquartered in San Francisco, Estes was founded by experienced industry pioneers from Tesla, Proterra, Sila, and Cummins.
early stageManufacturing
Board Observer
Jan 2025
The U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 100 companies around the globe trust VIA to help them solve their toughest data and identity protection challenges. Using its Web3, quantum-resistant, passwordless technologies (17 issued patents), VIA protects data against theft, manipulation, and misuse.
Investor
Jan 2025
GreenSpark is a modern operating system built specifically for scrap and metal recycling operations. It connects buying, ticketing, inventory, dispatch, export, finance, and reporting into one system that reflects how yards actually run. We are also a proud member of the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA).
Investor
Nov 2024
Phoenix Tailings is pioneering the future of clean mining and metals production. We are dedicated to building the world’s first fully clean mining and refining company, producing the critical metals needed for the next generation of technology and infrastructure. By harvesting valuable materials directly from mining tailings, we eliminate waste streams while creating a sustainable and domestic supply of rare earths and other essential resources. We are already commercially shipping rare earth metals and alloys to magnet customers today, proving both the scalability and impact of our approach. Our breakthrough refining model provides a clean and reliable supply chain, empowering industries from defense and aerospace to electric vehicles, renewable energy, and medical technologies. Phoenix Tailings has been commercially shipping rare earth metal products since 2023, demonstrating our leadership in bringing sustainable solutions to market.
mid stageMining
Board Observer
Sep 2023
Formant is a single platform for robotics companies and integrators to leverage data, build automation workflows, and prove ROI. Were hiring talented people to join our team! https://jobs.lever.co/formant
Board Observer
Sep 2023
Our Next Energy (ONE) is paving the way for an electric future, innovating energy storage technologies that will rapidly expand the world’s ability to access sustainable power for vehicles, renewables, and the grid. We are showing the world what’s possible, rapidly clearing hurdles that stand in the way of mass clean energy adoption: extending range, increasing safety, lowering cost and, of course, using the cleanest chemistries.
Investor
Jan 2023
Take control of your prototype and production orders with our platform and connected factories. We make manufacturing easier, more affordable, and faster than ever before.
Investor
Dec 2022
Jetti makes it possible to extract copper from low-grade primary sulfides, such as chalcopyrite, the world’s most abundant copper mineral ore. Jetti’s commercially proven and proprietary catalytic technology addresses the key technical problem preventing recovery of trillions of dollars of trapped resources. We apply our catalysts to hundreds of millions of tons of ore, and significantly increase copper yields in a cost effective and environmentally responsible manner.
late stageMining
Board Observer
Oct 2022
At GXC, we’re transforming the way businesses connect with our turnkey private 5G and LTE solutions. We make it easy for enterprises to take full control of their networks with seamless integration and simple management. Why GXC? Ready-to-Deploy Solution: Our turnkey system is quick to set up and manage, saving time and resources. Cost-Effective Integration: Our solution fits right into your existing infrastructure without breaking the bank. Streamlined Management: Our Enterprise Management System gives you real-time control over your entire network. Future-Ready, Flexible, and Secure Advanced Mesh Technology: Extend coverage easily without relying on traditional wired backhaul. Durable and Versatile Equipment: Built to perform in any environment—indoors or out. Dual-Band Capability: Future-proof your investment with technology that’s ready for 4G LTE and 5G. Strong Security and Seamless Integration Top-Tier Security: Our networks are secured with cellular-grade encryption to protect your data. API Support: Easily integrate with your current systems for smooth, proactive network management. We’re simplifying enterprise connectivity with private 5G. Learn more at www.gxc.io.
Board Observer
Aug 2022
Fox Robotics is mid-stage startup working on warehouse automation. Our automated forklifts have the most advanced technology in the industry and are the only equipment capable of more complicated tasks such as trailer unloading. The team behind our products is incredible and growing quickly. We’re based in Austin, TX.
Investor
May 2022
Mangrove Lithium, a Vancouver based Company, has developed a breakthrough platform for the most cost-effective production of battery grade lithium hydroxide from diverse input streams and assets. Mangrove’s modular solution can be scaled to any capacity and co-located with upstream lithium producers or cathode and cell manufacturers. The platform technology is also being commercialized for conversion of waste brines to chemicals and desalinated water.
Board Observer
Mar 2022
Bus.com is a network of local bus operators powered by technology for on-demand passenger transportation using its flexible fleet. Bus.com aims to empower communities, transit authorities, and bus operators to move people and move with people. -- Bus.com removes all of the friction involved in bringing a group of people to an event or experience. Our web app makes it easy to organize, book, join and enjoy bus trips: we believe organizing group travel should be just as easy and fun as the trip itself. Founded by travel industry veterans and built with startup hustle, we get you where you want to go, with people you love, while having a blast. Planning an event, going on a trip, or just curious? Visit us at www.bus.com You can also follow us on Twitter @buscomhq
Board Observer
Feb 2022
We aim to make transit more sustainable, safe, accessible and equitable for everyone by building a better autonomous vehicle technology that works in the real world. Weve delivered shared, on-demand rides to communities at ten sites across the U.S. and Japan.
Investor
Oct 2021
Lilac Solutions is a lithium extraction company based in Oakland, California.
Angel Investor
Mar 2019
Aero Design Labs (ADL) is a leader in engineering motion efficiency. ADL develops products that impact drag reduction, leading to cost savings and reduced carbon emissions. Headquartered in the Dallas Fort Worth area, ADL is solving aerodynamic challenges in transportation. Alongside a strong team of engineers, ADL’s proprietary fluid dynamics software systems allow ADL to create customized solutions for business partners.
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2025
Board Observer
Jul 2025
Estes is an electrification systems development and manufacturing technology company, with an initial focus on durable high voltage battery systems for all mobility sectors. We are taking a novel approach to battery systems architecture through deep vertical integration, while building a US-based supply chain and manufacturing footprint. Headquartered in San Francisco, Estes was founded by experienced industry pioneers from Tesla, Proterra, Sila, and Cummins.
early stageManufacturing
Board Observer
Jan 2025
The U.S. Department of Defense and Fortune 100 companies around the globe trust VIA to help them solve their toughest data and identity protection challenges. Using its Web3, quantum-resistant, passwordless technologies (17 issued patents), VIA protects data against theft, manipulation, and misuse.
Investor
Jan 2025
GreenSpark is a modern operating system built specifically for scrap and metal recycling operations. It connects buying, ticketing, inventory, dispatch, export, finance, and reporting into one system that reflects how yards actually run. We are also a proud member of the Recycled Materials Association (ReMA).
2024
Investor
Nov 2024
Phoenix Tailings is pioneering the future of clean mining and metals production. We are dedicated to building the world’s first fully clean mining and refining company, producing the critical metals needed for the next generation of technology and infrastructure. By harvesting valuable materials directly from mining tailings, we eliminate waste streams while creating a sustainable and domestic supply of rare earths and other essential resources. We are already commercially shipping rare earth metals and alloys to magnet customers today, proving both the scalability and impact of our approach. Our breakthrough refining model provides a clean and reliable supply chain, empowering industries from defense and aerospace to electric vehicles, renewable energy, and medical technologies. Phoenix Tailings has been commercially shipping rare earth metal products since 2023, demonstrating our leadership in bringing sustainable solutions to market.
mid stageMining
2023
Board Observer
Sep 2023
Formant is a single platform for robotics companies and integrators to leverage data, build automation workflows, and prove ROI. Were hiring talented people to join our team! https://jobs.lever.co/formant
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