Building Resilience, Embracing Optimism, and Revolutionizing Climate Tech with Sophie Purdom

Sophie Purdom has built her career in the climate tech industry, helping to bridge the gap between environmentalism and business. As the co-founder of CTVC and the founder and managing partner of Planeteer Capital, Sophie’s work focuses on educating, enabling, and orchestrating significant change within the world of venture capital and companies tackling the climate crisis. 

This week, Barrett talks with Sophie about a wide range of topics from the personal to the professional. They dive into the desire to make an impact with their careers, the importance of establishing meaningful relationships and partnerships, and the evolution of climate tech. Sophie shares her perspective on the various sectors influenced by the climate crisis and the importance of the right skillset for founders in the industry. Emphasizing the compounding effects of incremental actions and the significance of aiming for long-term relevance, Barrett and Sohpie explore the intersection between personal values, the journey of entrepreneurship, and the collective endeavor to move toward a sustainable future.

In this episode:

• 00:00 - Intro
• 02:19 - Sophie's unique path to climate tech
• 04:56 - The intersection of business and environmentalism
• 05:35 - The power of curiosity and diverse interests
• 09:45 - Aligning capitalism with environmental goals
• 12:17 - Sophie's approach to building a sustainable future
• 17:05 - Navigating challenges and opportunities in climate tech
• 37:26 - Community building and the value of networks
• 42:39 - Reflecting on personal wellbeing and professional goals
• 49:49 - The personal cost of sacrifice and finding balance
• 52:00 - The early days of CTVC
• 54:20 - Exploring business, leadership, and impact
• 01:07:02 - Navigating the climate tech landscape
• 01:18:32 - Envisioning the future and personal growth

Connect with Sophie

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophiepurdom
• X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/SophiePurdom
• Planeteer Capital: https://planeteercapital.com

Connect with Barrett

• Barrett’s newsletter: https://BarrettBrooks.com
• X / Twitter: https://twitter.com/barrettabrooks
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barrettabrooks

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