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Recording: Demo Day - Accelerate at Circularity 24 Startups

Date/Time: July 31, 2024 (12-1PM ET / 9-10AM PT)In this 1-hour interactive session, pitch deck specialist Zoë Dove-Many will share some best practices that she's used to craft pitch decks that closed a collective $39 million in funding to date. Learn how to say more with less, use design to your advantage, and edit your work to become impactful and effective.Speakers:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Zoë Dove-Many, Brand Strategist &amp; Creative Director, Helloë Creative</li><li data-list="bullet">Jake Mitchell, Senior Startup Programs Manager, GreenBiz Group</li></ol>

Pitch Decks for Climate Startups

Chris Wedding will draw on insights from the 300+ climate tech CEOs and investors he's coached, led in peer group programs, or interviewed on his EFI podcast. He will also share advice from three fellow panelists who are VC-backed climate tech CEOs. The discussion will focus on how to (1) get an investor term sheet, (2) know when to make a big pivot, and (3) avoid burnout while building a startup.Moderator:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Chris Wedding, Founder, Entrepreneurs for Impact</li></ol>Speakers:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Amit Gupta, CEO, Aeroseal LLC</li><li data-list="bullet">Bryan Hassin, CEO, DEXMAT</li><li data-list="bullet">Kameale C. Terry, CEO, ChargerHelp!</li></ol>

Lessons Learned from Four Climate Tech Entrepreneurs

At GreenBiz's annual Circularity 24 pitch competition, Accelerate, five Seed to Series A circular economy startups took the main stage to pitch their innovative companies. This demo day will showcase these pioneering startups. Each startup has 3 minutes to pitch followed by Q&amp;A from seasoned circular economy venture capitalists. We’ll have time for audience Q&amp;A too. Join this demo day to witness the entrepreneurs propelling the circular economy forward! <h2>Speakers:</h2>Startups:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Joanne Rodriguez: CEO, Mycocycle</li><li data-list="bullet">Yael Shemer: Co-founder and CCO, Tulu</li><li data-list="bullet">Ravish Majithia: CEO, Magnomer</li><li data-list="bullet">Michael Riedijk: CEO, Lucent Bio</li><li data-list="bullet">Jakson Alvarez: Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Evolectric</li></ol>Industry Experts:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Jennifer Louie: Managing Director, Closed Loop Partners</li><li data-list="bullet">Hannah Friedman: Founding Principal, Planeteer Capital</li></ol>

Demo Day: Accelerate at Circularity 24 Startups

The circular packaging and materials technology landscape varies based on regulation and differences in materials handling. What should startups be aware of and how does it affect strategy? This webcast will also explore the importance of corporate engagement strategies for startups and what the future of circular packaging and materials could hold.Speakers:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Dr. Felix Philipp, Circular Economy Investment Manager at Lombard Odier</li><li data-list="bullet">Neil Cameron, Partner at Emerald Technology Ventures</li><li data-list="bullet">Jake Mitchell, Senior Manager of Startup Programs at GreenBiz Group (moderator)</li></ol>

Circular Packaging and Materials: Regulatory markets, geographical differences and advice for startups

Venture capital is no longer the sole route to fuel your startup's growth, given today’s economic uncertainty and evolving financing landscape. Funders are embracing founder-friendly structures, patient capital and tailored support that align with real-world climate solutions.This 60 minute panel delves into the expanding universe of capital sources for climate tech startups. We'll explore diverse avenues, including venture debt, grants, contract advances, and other innovative methods to support and scale your business. Discover how to navigate this dynamic funding ecosystem and secure the resources needed to drive your climate tech venture forward.This session will feature:<ol><li data-list="bullet">Jake Mitchell, Senior Manager of Startup Programs at GreenBiz</li><li data-list="bullet">Brian Wayne, Co-founder &amp; Director of Aegon Climate Capital</li><li data-list="bullet">Dimitry Gershenson, CEO &amp; Co-founder of Enduring Planet</li><li data-list="bullet">Julia Drapkin, CEO &amp; Founder of ISeeChange</li><li data-list="bullet">Dan Baldi, National Head of Climate Tech and Sustainability at Silicon Valley Bank</li></ol>

Capitalizing Climate Solutions: Innovative Financing Beyond Venture Funding

Connect with climate tech entrepreneurs, investors, corporate partners and industry experts. Dive into insightful webcasts and interactive sessions including reverse pitches, demo days and more.

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