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Resources for Infrastructure Founders

We believe in giving before asking. Access the same frameworks, templates, and tools we use to evaluate infrastructure startups and build the Goshen Index.

Featured Resources

Battle-tested frameworks we use daily for deal evaluation and portfolio support.

Framework
Venture Analysis Framework
Rigorous evaluation template for infrastructure startups. Includes SNAPSHOT (10-15 min) and DILIGENCE (45-90 min) modes with scoring rubrics, unit economics, validation plans, and Go/Learn More/Kill decision logic.
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Founder Interview Template
Structured conversation guide with 5-dimension scorecard: Pilot Traction, Regulatory Progress, Partnership Depth, Capital Efficiency, and Market Timing. Used in building the Goshen Index.
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More Resources

Additional tools, playbooks, and insights from our investment process.

Playbook
90-Day Content Calendar
Our public roadmap for building the Goshen Index transparently. See how we're documenting 50 founder conversations, sector deep dives, and investment thesis development.
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