Ep. 14: Steve Kloos - Thinking Right to Left
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Steve Kloos’ career in the water field, his expertise in membrane technology, and his significant contributions at Osmonics, GE, and partner at True North Venture Partners is explored. He and Tom discuss the critical roles of mentorship, strategic thinking, and the dynamics of corporate integration and venture capital in fostering innovation. Key themes discussed are the power of water treatment technologies, the importance of understanding value chains, strategies for startup success and sustainability, and the need for continuous learning and adaptability in addressing climate change and advancing water technology.
Episode Highlights:
0:00 Start
0:49 Introduction
2:23 Steve’s journey with water
4:45 Membranes and their importance
5:49 GE’s acquisition of Osmonics
8:04 Steve’s progression within GE
9:59 GE’s vulnerabilities
12:28 Transitioning from focusing on business internally to externally
16:11 GE Ventures
18:05 True North and startup theory
22:35 Coaching startups
27:20 Risk retirement and registers
30:15 Lessons learned as AquaHydrex CEO
31:56 A unique tool in acquiring funding
34:16 Hydrogen and water’s intersection with climate and climate risk
39:27 Current
42:09 What excites him about BIV
46:10 Steve’s advice for prospective water entrepreneurs
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