John Coburn
Prior to joining XPV in January 2006, John was a private investor focused on the water industry. He was one of the earliest employees of ZENON Environmental, and as President and Chief Operating Officer, he helped grow the company from start up to over $146M in revenue with a market capitalization of $700M. Upon leaving ZENON in 2002, he was awarded the “Architect of ZENON Award” to...
Read MoreRafael Simon
Rafael joined VantagePoint from Zenon Environmental (acquired by GE), a leading water treatment company. At Zenon Environment, Rafael served as the Chief Operating Officer (COO). In this position, Rafael held responsibility for all aspects of sales, operations, R&D, and manufacturing of membrane-based water treatment technology. Prior to his position at Zenon Environmental, Rafael was a...
Read MoreRamesh Rengarajan
Ramesh started a Strategy and Innovation consulting firm named “Angstroms” in July 2009. As its Chief Architect he is currently advising startups, utilities and Private Equity firms on operational and investment strategies. Ramesh specializes in performing technical and business due diligence and targets companies in the clean energy, water, and waste management fields. Ramesh also plays an...
Read MoreSteve Kloos
Steve Kloos is a Partner with True North Venture Partners, based in Chicago. True North Venture Partners offers investments and support to early stage businesses that possess the potential to transform, expand, and lead global industries in such sectors as energy, water, waste, and agriculture. Steve is a native of Minnesota and received a BS in chemistry from University of Wisconsin at River...
Read MoreMenno Holterman
Menno M. Holterman is CEO of Nijhuis Water Technology Holding, and CEO/Founder of Naesta Holding, a newly established industrial private equity company specializing in the water, energy, and food nexus. Menno, who is Chairman of the Netherlands Water Technology Innovation Board and Board Member of the Netherlands Water Partnership, previously served as CEO of Norit when it received the...
Read MorePaul O’Callaghan
Paul O’Callaghan is the founding CEO of O2 Environmental, and CEO of BlueTech Research, a subsidiary company of O2 Environmental that provides clients with expert insight and analysis on industry drivers and trends and the evolving water technology market. Paul holds a Master’s Degree in Water Resource Management and has 17 years international experience in the water industry. He is the...
Read MoreHelge Daebel
Emerald Technology Ventures is a globally recognized brand for venture investments in energy, water and materials. Since 2006, Helge has been responsible for Emerald’s water activities – defining strategy, driving investment processes and supporting portfolio companies. He currently serves on the board of Pure Technologies (TSX: PUR) and has acted as an advisor and board observer to inge...
Read MoreHenrik Skov Laursen
Henrik Skov Laursen manages Grundfos’ cleantech office located in Palo Alto, California. At this location, Grundfos works with research and academic institutions and start-up companies to be the catalyst in creating new sustainable business and product solutions within water technologies and building efficiency. Throughout his career, Henrik has led many new business creation activities,...
Read MoreJoseph E. Zuback
Joseph E. Zuback is the President and Founder of Global Water Advisors, Inc., a firm that specializes in providing support to global water managers, solution providers, and investors for optimization of performance, development, and commercialization of advanced water technology products and systems. Mr. Zuback’s 35 years of experience in the water industry spans the spectrum of municipal,...
Read MorePaul Lelieveld
Since 2012, Paul has served as a member of the BlueTech Forum Advisory Board. Paul Lelieveld is a leading advisor for water technology and works in the Wetsus Business Development Office. Paul has over 20 years of experience in the management of international technology, investment companies, and foundations in numerous countries, including the Netherlands, Belgium and Canada. He started his...
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