Daniel Gross the founder of Greplin, a search engine. Greplin operated by linking together various online accounts into one search experience. For example, a customer could search their Facebook, Gmail and Dropbox accounts from one unified service without check each individually.
In 2011, Greplin raised $4 million in funding from venture capital firm Sequoia Capital. Gross was one of Sequoia's youngest founders at the time. They introduced a premium offering at $5 a month, which allowed customers to link enterprise-facing services like Salesforce.
In 2012 the company renamed itself to “Cue” and launched an additional predictive search features. In addition to search, Cue offered customers an automatic and intelligent agenda of their day. This included files, emails, addresses, phone numbers and more that were deemed algorithmically relevant. Cue was a similar product to Google Now.
He is Y-Combinator's first Israeli.
Founder and Managing Partner at Motivate Venture Capital
Most Interested In
Solutions to problems that accelerating longevity will create.
Not Interested In
Adtech, med devices, pharma
David Wieland is a Co-Founder and serves as Co-Chairman & Investment Committee Member at IrishAngels. He is Co-Founder and Managing Director of Endowment Research Group. He is a member of the Investment Committee and is Chair of the firm's Venture Capital Investments. He is responsible for corporate strategy, capital raising, deal sourcing, and investment due diligence. He is Chairman of the Board at RIVS, a software company, and he is positioning the firm for an exit. Prior thereto, Wieland was CEO of Innflux and Powersurge Technologies, where he founded, grew, and sold both companies. He earned his B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and an MBA from the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management. He also serves as Board Member at IrishAngels Ventures.
Robin Chan
Investing in FinTech (& Financials services) &bul...
I focus somewhat on proptech but can invest in any industry and am open-minded.
API
Deep Tech/Hard Science
Developer Tools
E-Commerce
Education
Enterprise
Fintech
Future of Work
Government Technology
Health and Wellness
Healthcare/Medtech
Industrial
Internet and Mobile
Marketplace
Productivity
Proptech/Real Estate
SaaS
Social
Supply Chain/Logistics
Transportation
Travel/Hospitality
How to connect with Angel Investors in the CleanTech industry?
In the CleanTech industry, prominent angel investors include Bill Gates, Elon Musk, and Vinod Khosla. These investors focus on startups offering innovative solutions in renewable energy, energy efficiency, and sustainable technologies. Bill Gates, through Breakthrough Energy Ventures, invests in CleanTech startups that can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Elon Musk, known for his work with Tesla and SolarCity, looks for companies that revolutionize the energy sector with clean and sustainable technologies. Vinod Khosla, founder of Khosla Ventures, seeks out high-impact CleanTech companies with disruptive innovations. To connect with these investors, attend CleanTech conferences, sustainability expos, and networking events such as Clean Energy Ministerial, VERGE, and Renewable Energy World Conference. Utilize platforms like AngelList and LinkedIn to identify and reach out to potential investors. When pitching, emphasize how your CleanTech solution addresses key environmental challenges, such as reducing carbon emissions, improving energy efficiency, or promoting sustainability. Highlight any traction you’ve gained, such as partnerships with energy companies, successful pilot projects, or regulatory approvals. Building relationships through initial informal meetings or discussions at industry panels can help establish trust with these investors. Demonstrating the impact of your technology through case studies or pilot programs can also add credibility. Personalize your outreach by referencing the investor’s previous investments and explaining how your venture aligns with their interests. Demonstrating a sustainable business model with clear revenue streams, such as licensing, product sales, or energy contracts, will further strengthen your pitch. Leveraging endorsements or case studies from CleanTech experts can also enhance your credibility.
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