The Perfect Pitch in Impact Investing In Tech
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The Perfect Pitch in Impact Investing In Tech
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Hello Impact Nation,
If you are a tech startup there at least are some basic things you have to make right.
And… if you are in Impact in Tech, well…there are a few more.
But first things first.
Before diving deep into the perfect pitch, here is one of my favourite quotes and the first things you need to get right, even before you start thinking about pitching a startup to anyone.
“If you are not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you’ve launched too late.” –Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn Co-Founder and Venture Capitalist
Enjoy!
Elisa, the Impact Lady
This Week We Are Diving Into:
1. The Perfect Pitch in Impact Investing In Tech
2. Good Gossip
3. News & Opportunities
The Perfect Pitch in Impact Investing In Tech - with Elisa Giudici, Co-founder of Impact Investing In Tech
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🤝 MEET THE SPEAKER ️
Elisa Giudici, Co-founder of Impact Investing In Tech
Good Gossip
Congrats to …
Kelly Hagg ↪ has been appointed Senior Managing Director and Head of Responsible Investing Strategy & Solutions at Nuveen, an investment manager.
Claus Nussgruber ↪ has been appointed Chief Executive Officer at Utility Global, the pioneering sustainable hydrogen company.
Tom Proverbs-Garbett ↪ has been appointed Associate Director at RSM UK, the leading global network.
Theodore Sheen ↪ has been appointed Head of Clean Tech at Standard Chartered Bank, the leading international banking group.
Utility Global ↪ raised $25M in Series B funding for final product and systems development, expansion of manufacturing capability, and new strategic hires. Lead investor: Ara Partners. Other investors: Samsung Ventures, NOVA and Aramco
Orange EV ↪ raised $35M in funding to Scale EV trucking solutions. Lead investors: S2G Ventures and CCI
SecondCircle ↪ raised €1.2M in a pre-seed round to turn CO2 emissions into gold. Lead investor: Atlantic Labs
Beacon Power Services ↪ raised $2.7M in funding to improve electricity access for Sub-Saharan African cities.
Vespene Energy ↪ raised $4.3M in a financing round to bolster gas-to-bitcoin solutions. Lead investor: Polychain Capital
News & Opportunities
FedEx Office Launched Pilot of Ford Electric Vans
Ford Signs Record Breaking Renewable Energy Deal
Estée Lauder to Transition to 100% Electric Fleet of Vehicles by 2030
CBRE Group Signs $3.5 Billion Facility Linked to Sustainability Goals
Chicago commits to 100% renewable energy by 2025
Iberdrola to Invest $170 Million UK Green Hydrogen Plant
It should not be necessary to add any disclaimer but … Let’s say it anyway! This is not financial or tax advice. This newsletter is strictly educational and is not investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any assets or to make any financial decisions. DYOR - Do Your Own Research!