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Ben Gilbert

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Co-Founder / Co-Host at Acquired.FM
📍 Seattle, Washington, United States

Ben is the co-founder and co-host of the acclaimed technology podcast "Acquired" and a managing director at the venture fund Pioneer Square Labs. An alumnus of The Ohio State University with a computer science degree, he began his career as a product manager at Microsoft before becoming an independent entrepreneur.

Outside of work, Ben has a deep appreciation for intricate narratives and world-building, being a self-proclaimed "Lord of the Rings nerd. " During his university years, he was an active member of the club Frisbee team, showcasing an interest in team sports and activities beyond the tech world.

Before entering venture capital, he created the productivity app "SeizeTheDay, " which was used by over a million people.

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Experience
19 Years
Current Role
Co-Founder / Co-Host
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Seattle, Washington, United States
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Business Storytelling
His podcast, "Acquired, " is dedicated to telling the detailed stories and strategies of great companies in multi-hour episodes.
Venture Capital
As a managing director at Pioneer Square Labs, he actively invests in and helps build early-stage technology companies, focusing on the Pacific Northwest.
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Career

Work history

9-2015
Co-Founder / Co-Host
Acquired.FM
1-2024
Venture Partner
Pioneer Square Labs
3-2021 - 12-2023
General Partner + Managing Director, PSL Ventures
Pioneer Square Labs
9-2015 - 3-2021
Co-Founder
Pioneer Square Labs
7-2017 - 7-2020
Board of Directors
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In the press

Media appearances

Reverse Interview with Ben and David at Vanta. Featured in Acquired.fm
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Education
BSCSE
The Ohio State University
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