Founder AMA (Ask me Anything) Brown Bag Lunch w/ Raj Kapoor
Calling all Founders!
RSVP to join Raj Kapoor, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Climactic VC for our new regular series.
Think of this as your founder-driven board for advice—an opportunity to discuss struggles, challenges, or opportunities you’re facing. That’s exactly what we’ll focus on during this session. Let’s make it personal and helpful. Facilitated by Raj, led by you.
Bring your lunch to the Carbon room for the open group discussion at 12PM. The event is capped at 12 founders.
Please bring your questions! Some topics we may cover:
Product market fit:
How do you know when you have it?
Tech Validation:
How much is enough?
Approaching investors:
How do you do it?
What are some Big No’s and Big Yes’s
What do investors look for? Common mistakes.
Risk and Vision Questions
What climate solution are investors/founders currently underestimating?
What makes you believe a startup can genuinely transform a hard-to-decarbonize sector?
Industry Expertise
Where do you see climate tech intersecting with unexpected industries?
R/D:
Navigating relationships, sourcing vendors
About Raj:
Raj Kapoor is a visionary leader in the venture capital and climate technology sectors. As the Co-founder and Managing Partner of Climactic, he leverages his extensive experience to drive innovation and growth in early-stage climate tech startups. Raj’s journey in the tech industry is marked by significant achievements, including his role as the Chief Strategy Officer at Lyft, where he played a pivotal role in the company’s strategic initiatives. His entrepreneurial spirit is evidenced by his successful ventures, such as Snapfish, which was acquired by HP for $300M, and Fitmob, which merged with Classpass.
Raj’s commitment to the environment is long-standing; he started a nonprofit climate social app back in 2007, showcasing his dedication to leveraging technology for environmental sustainability. His educational background is equally impressive, with an MBA from Harvard Business School and a degree in Mechanical Engineering and Robotics from Carnegie Mellon University.
In his personal life, Raj is a meditator, surfer, singer, and DJ, reflecting a well-rounded and vibrant lifestyle. His leadership at Climactic is not just about investing in companies but also nurturing CEOs and leaders to foster a positive impact on the planet.
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