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What investors look for in Clean Tech Founders
The latest podcast explores what investors care about at each stage in climate tech with Kristian Hanelt, partner at Ultra Capital.

Hello ,
Do you have these few traits that every investor looks for before investing in an early-stage startup? If not, how can you build it into your skillset?
In this latest episode on the Seed to Sequoia Podcast, I explore the cleantech landscape with Kristian Hanelt of Ultra Capital and get his perspective on what traits and practices founders can adopt to become investable.
Tune in to this episode to discover:
Kristian's journey from coal mining to clean energy.
Insights into navigating the funding market for clean tech startups.
The importance of execution-focused investment strategies.
Managing team dynamics and board interactions.
Understanding investor dynamics and fund structures.