Professional Summary

Professional Overview

Rachel Sheinbein is an experienced venture capitalist and angel investor with a strong focus on cleantech and sustainability-driven startups. As a Venture Partner at Kalos Ventures and Partner at Very Serious Ventures, she leverages her deep industry expertise and extensive network to identify and support innovative companies poised for growth.

Experience Summary

Current Roles

Venture Partner, Kalos Ventures (2024-05-01 to Present)

Responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments in early-stage cleantech and sustainability-focused startups

Serves on the board of Techbridge Girls, a non-profit organization that aims to empower girls and young women in STEM fields

Partner, Very Serious Ventures (2021-10-01 to Present)

Plays a key role in the firm's investment strategy, portfolio management, and value-add activities for portfolio companies

Angel Investor, Independent (2007-09-01 to Present)

Actively invests in and advises a diverse portfolio of early-stage technology companies

Career Progression

Prior to her current roles, Rachel held several positions that have contributed to her deep understanding of the cleantech and sustainability sectors:

Co-President of the Board, Challenge Day (2014-11-01 to 2022-12-01)

Provided strategic guidance and oversight to the non-profit organization, which focuses on social-emotional learning and youth empowerment

Venture Partner, CMEA Capital (2013-04-01 to 2014-04-01)

Evaluated investment opportunities and supported portfolio companies in the cleantech and sustainability space

Partner, CMEA Capital (2008-04-01 to 2013-04-01)

Played a key role in the firm's investment strategy and portfolio management

Consultant, Variety of Clean Tech Start-ups (2007-08-01 to 2008-04-01)

Provided strategic consulting services to early-stage cleantech companies

Academic Background

Rachel holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley.

Areas of Expertise

Venture capital and angel investing, with a particular focus on the cleantech and sustainability sectors

Startup evaluation, due diligence, and portfolio management

Strategic planning and business development for early-stage companies

Non-profit leadership and community engagement

Professional Impact

Responsible for several successful investments in cleantech and sustainability-focused startups

Actively involved in shaping the investment strategy and portfolio management at Kalos Ventures and Very Serious Ventures

Serves on the board of Techbridge Girls, where she contributes to the organization's mission of empowering girls and young women in STEM fields

Conclusion

With over 20 years of experience in the technology and sustainability sectors, Rachel Sheinbein is a seasoned venture capitalist and angel investor. Her deep industry expertise, extensive network, and commitment to supporting innovative companies driving positive environmental and social impact make her a valuable asset to the organizations she is involved with.