Jeffery Potvin is a seasoned ESG investor and climate tech entrepreneur with a dynamic portfolio of nearly 100 startups and close to 10 successful exits, including Flow (public), Enthusiast Gaming (public), and Rover (acquired). With a passion for sustainable innovation, Jeffery focuses on green technology, regenerative businesses, and circular economy models...
…He is also an experienced real estate investor and a global traveler who has explored over 100 countries, gaining a unique global perspective on emerging markets and technologies.
As the founder of Hardboot, Open People Network (OPN), and General Partner of The Supporters Fund, Jeffery is currently raising a $50 million third fund targeting climate-positive and impact-driven ventures. His mission is to support entrepreneurs who are transforming the world through sustainable business models.
In addition to investing, Jeffery is a podcast host with over 171 episodes, where he interviews leading global investors and startup founders to spotlight disruptive innovations in ESG, climate change solutions, and startup ecosystems.
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