Katie McClain

Inspirer
DISC Type : di

Partner & COO at Energize Capital

Greater Chicago Area, United States

Overview

Katie McClain is the Partner and COO at Energize Capital, leveraging two decades of experience in both the public and private energy sectors. She focuses on investments that digitize and accelerate the energy transition, drawing on her Masters in Public Policy from the University of Chicago.

She has consistently focused on climate resiliency throughout her career, starting with work at the Clinton Foundation helping cities build climate action plans. Her background in policy and operations makes her a key advisor to portfolio companies navigating the sustainable energy and climate technology landscape.

Before her venture capital career, Katie held various roles in the public sector, including serving in the Obama administrations Department of Energy.

Personality Overview

Confident & Optimistic

Fast Adopter

Achievment Oriented

They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.

Topics They Care About

Climate Tech Investing
Leads investments in climate software and sustainable innovation, serving on boards of companies like Jupiter Intelligence, which focuses on climate risk analytics.
Energy Transition
Her work is centered on accelerating the shift to sustainable energy by investing in digital technologies and software that support decarbonization and grid modernization.
Energy Policy
Her experience in the public sector, including the Department of Energy, and a Master's in Public Policy, informs her investment strategy and guidance for portfolio companies.

Media Appearances

Katie McClain Joins Board of Directors for Jupiter Intelligence. Featured in Energize Capital – News & Insights

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Work History

7-2022
Partner & COO at Energize Capital
10-2019
Partner at Energize Capital
12-2021
Investment Committee at Energize Capital
2-2022
Board Member at NCX
3-2021
Board Member at Jupiter Intelligence

Education

2002 - 2004
MPP from University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy
1995 - 1999
Bachelor's degree from DePauw University

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Exp : 7 Location : Greater Chicago Area, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : Partner & COO at Energize Capital
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Insights For Selling To Katie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get them to a point where they are ready to bat for your product internally
  • Look like someone who is on top of their game
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product

DONT's

  • Don’t be very informal even if they are being so themselves
  • Don’t be too verbose or overly friendly; a little bit, however, is fine
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Katie is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Katie

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Katie move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Katie take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Katie

Personality Compatibility


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