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Disclaimer: For full disclosure, Enduring Planet is a portfolio company at Climate Capital, where Vijay works as a Syndicate Investor and Advisor.
CC Pod is not investment advice and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any investment decision.
In the latest CC Pod, Vijay explored the journey of Dimitry Gershenson and Erin Davis, co-founders of Enduring Planet. Enduring Planet is revolutionizing the way climate entrepreneurs access working capital, making it faster, more flexible, and founder-friendly.
The co-founders connected years back when Erin pitched Dimitry, then at Facebook, for her fund. When Dimitry later envisioned Enduring Planet, Erin, with her solid experience in credit and impact-aligned capital, was an ideal co-founder.
Enduring Planet tackles two primary issues: the tedious process of underwriting deals and the urgent need to provide capital quickly to climate entrepreneurs. Their innovative approach has filled a gap left by traditional financial services, particularly for those winning state or federal funding for climate solutions.
Despite the shifts in the venture ecosystem posing challenges to fundraising, Dimitry and Erin have learned to cultivate a community of investors who understand their mission and are willing to take early risks. Their approach has fostered sustainability and potential profitability at an earlier stage than is typically expected in the startup ecosystem.
Erin and Dimitry's complementary skills, paired with a shared vision, have been pivotal in Enduring Planet's success. Their advice for other founders? Build a team that fills your gaps, brings diverse perspectives, and approaches problems from different angles.
Enduring Planet is more than just a fintech platform; it's a beacon for climate entrepreneurs striving to create a sustainable future.
Visit enduringplanet.com to learn more!
