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CleanStart’s Perspectives inspire and educate the next generation of cleantech entrepreneurs by sharing the experiences and insights of successful entrepreneurs who have already made their mark in the industry.

Join our To-Dos

CleanStart To Do’s are a twice-weekly online conversations about what you can add to your To Do list while observing the COVID-19 orders to self-isolate. Join us on Tuesday mornings from 9:00-9:30 a.m. or Thursday afternoons from 4:00 to 4:30 p.m. when we interview our featured guests and ask them for their recommendations on how entrepreneurs and innovators can not only cope, but thrive, during this unprecedented time.

Empowering the next wave of clean energy entrepreneurs with insights from industry trailblazers. The journey towards a sustainable future!

Perspectives:

 

Hank.Re

Hank.Re

Hank CEO Zachary Denning talks about how they are using AI to activate change in HVAC. Helping companies and employees stay comfortable and save money. Check Out More:CleanStart Sponsors Weintraub | Tobin, EY, Stoel Rives, Greenberg Traurig LLP, BlueTech Valley,...

Future of Mobility Pannel

Future of Mobility Pannel

CleanStart held a panel on the future of Mobility with Arlen Orchard, Mayor Christopher Cabaldon, and Louis Stewart, moderated by Gary Simon. A frank discussion about the opportunities and obstacles facing Cities, Utilities and Industry. The panelist share realistic...

CONNEX Investor Night

CONNEX Investor Night

This event on Dec. 4 2019 was the culmination of a decade’s effort to put the spotlight on investable cleantech companies in our region. Four outstanding companies delivered clear, compelling, and high-quality presentations on their companies to a packed crowd of...

StartupSac Founder Spotlight: Ryan Barr of RePurpose Energy

StartupSac Founder Spotlight: Ryan Barr of RePurpose Energy

By Jeff Bennett of Startup Sac.  Blog on StartupSac. Ryan Barr is the co-founder and COO of RePurpose Energy, a Sacramento area cleantech startup that reuses electric vehicle batteries to store solar energy. Ryan started his career as a management consultant for...

Jack and Gary Discuss CleanTech

Jack and Gary Discuss CleanTech

https://youtu.be/awbdPlWm1Cg   Jack Crawford, General Partner at Impact Venture Capital, talks with Gary Simon about the future of CleanTech, Sacramento and Fundraising.

Insightful Key Components

As an entrepreneur or business owner, it’s important to stay connected with your investors and lenders during tough times. They are invested in your success and want to see you succeed, so don’t leave them in the dark. Additionally, take this opportunity to catch up on any secondary tasks you may have been putting off, such as cleaning up your bookkeeping, workspace, marketing, and more. By doing so, you’ll feel more organized and prepared for the future. Another great way to improve yourself and your business during downtime is to learn as much as possible. Whether reading books, watching online courses, or attending virtual workshops, continuous learning will keep you sharp and ahead of the curve. Lastly, don’t forget to get some exercise and practice safe social distancing. A healthy mind and body are crucial for navigating difficult times and making sound decisions.