Investor-Ready Leadership for Climate Tech Founders: The Skills and Strategies to Secure Funding
Too many climate tech founders focus on communicating their technology to potential investors. Yet the reality is that investors are assessing you for specific leadership qualities before they’ll choose to back you.
To win investment, you need to master the leadership skills that investors are looking for – and know how to demonstrate those through every aspect of how you pitch.
This 2-hour workshop helps climate tech founders develop and communicate the leadership qualities that investors are seeking, maximising your ability to secure investment.
You’ll learn the leadership skills that are most looked for by investors, and how to convey those skills effectively through every element of how you pitch.
It’s co-hosted by two experts in their fields: Lucia Schweigert, Strategic Director at Life Size, Europe’s leading climate tech communications agency; and Megan Fraser, award-winning executive coach at Future Led, a leadership development consultancy for climate pioneers.
Expect practical, hands-on exercises that will accelerate your ability to create and communicate powerful leadership in climate tech.
In this workshop, you will:
✅ Learn the 5 key leadership traits investors are seeking in every pitching interaction
✅ Explore how to tangibly demonstrate these traits in your pitching style and pitch deck
✅ Apply practical strategies to be present and effective in high-stakes presentations
✅ Discover how to craft a narrative that brings together the hard data + your leadership story
So you can experience:
Accelerated leadership development that directly supports fundraising
Winning communication strategies for investor interactions
Enhanced ability to secure climate tech investment
Greater confidence and authenticity in high-stakes conversations
This workshop is for you if:
You're actively raising investment for your climate tech startup
You want to become a high-performing leader at a pivotal moment for your venture
You're seeking fundamental strategies beyond surface-level tips and tricks
You're ready to feel more confident and authentic when pitching to investors
What to bring:
Computer with camera and stable internet connection
Your full attention in a quiet, distraction-free space
An open mind, ready to engage, practise and learn
Who are your facilitators?
At Future Led, Megan is the architect of Leadership for Climate Pioneers®, where she helps climate executives and leaders evolve their leadership, scale impact and build a legacy they’re proud of. She regularly coaches climate tech founders and executives to become high-performing leaders through inflection points in their careers. Connect with her here on LinkedIn.
At Life Size, Europe’s leading climate tech communications agency, Lucia crafts messaging, pitch decks and communications strategies that help climate tech companies raise investment, build their brand and grow their business. Connect with her here on LinkedIn.
Together, we bring UK, European and US perspectives to climate leadership and communication.
By registering for this event, you agree to share your information with Climate Week NYC organisers, Future Led, and Life Size.