Empowering Startups through Angel Investing with Emma Mee, Head of Membership at Green Angel Ventures | Season Seven, Episode Nineteen

Welcome to Season Seven of Conversations in Cleantech! From inspiring stories and words of wisdom to financial foresight and investment insights: in this season, you can expect to learn all about the people and companies who are propelling us towards a greener tomorrow, with a spotlight on investing in a cleaner planet.   In the final episode of Conversations in Cleantech Season 7, our host Hetty Lowther is joined by Emma Mee, Head of Membership at Green Angel Ventures, for an inspiring conversation about the world of cleantech investment and innovation.   What does it take to shift from working with corporate giants to supporting groundbreaking startups? Emma takes us through her unique career journey, starting at the University of Cambridge to her current role where she helps early-stage climate tech businesses thrive. If you’ve ever wondered how angel investing can fuel the growth of sustainable solutions, Emma breaks it all down, making this complex world accessible.We also dive into some of the big questions: What are the biggest challenges for cleantech founders? How can investors go beyond capital to make an impact? And why is diversity so essential in driving innovation?Don't miss out on the season finale, packed with insights for anyone passionate about cleantech and innovation. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or just curious about the future of sustainability, this episode is a must-listen!01:18 - Introduction to Emma06:30 - How have you found the transition from a venture builder to something more focused on pure investment?09:45 - What kind of benefits do you see for someone on the investor side, especially when they get involved in an angel syndicate like this?16:10 - What do you see as the role of board members in these early-stage organisations? What would their requirements be in this role at first?20:30 - How are you approaching this at Green Angel Ventures to create a space that encourages more women to join the boards? 24:00 - Do you see the portfolio being significantly influenced by your members? Are you noticing any trends in the cleantech businesses they’re interested in investing in? 28:00 - What are the next steps for Green Angel Ventures and what do you hope to achieve with the syndicate?29:30 - What words of wisdom would you share with both individuals looking to get involved in angel investing and founders seeking angel investment? Connect with your host Hetty Lowther on LinkedIn. Find your guest Emma Mee on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening to Conversations in Cleantech brought to you by Brightsmith. This is a Loaded Hype production.Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. Investments through Green Angel Ventures are high-risk, and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes wrong.  Take 2 mins to learn more