HG Ventures has appointed Sarah Schlifke to the position of Platform Manager, in which role she will serve as a strategic connector and builder across HG Ventures’ portfolio, The Heritage Group operating companies, and the startup ecosystem by driving collaboration, supporting pilots, and enabling growth for early-stage companies.
Sarah brings more than 15 years of experience leading cross-functional teams, product innovation, and strategic operations across both high-growth and established organizations. Most recently, she led wholesale strategy for Renovation Brands, supporting multiple national retailers and marketplaces. Prior to that, she held several leadership roles at Delta Faucet Company, where she helped launch a Smart Home IoT platform, conducted M&A diligence, and shepherded several R&D product launches. Known for her ability to align teams, simplify complexity, and build systems that scale, Sarah is deeply passionate about helping companies turn bold visions into actionable roadmaps.
“It is unusual for an investment team of our size to have a Platform Manager, but we see it as an incredibly important position,” said HG Ventures’ Managing Director, John Glushik. “We want to add value throughout the life of our relationships with our portfolio companies, and the Platform Manager has a vital role to play in ensuring that happens, by identifying opportunities, creating connections and clearing the path to successful collaboration. Sarah’s wide-ranging experience makes her ideally suited for this.”