Juan Thurman is a well-rounded and accomplished startup investor, board member, and sales consultant who is passionate about helping early-stage companies develop and grow in various industries. He specializes in healthtech, cleantech, and social impact, all with the goal of making the world a cleaner, healthier, and better place. Juan has a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Rice University and an MBA from The University of Texas at Austin. He has a diverse background, including positions in software engineering, account management, sales, marketing, and business development. Juan has served on the board of directors for several companies, including Vemidoc and 17Terawatts, and has also been a venture partner and investor at Nextgen Venture Partners and Swan Impact Fund. He currently serves as director of the Southwest Angel Network, where he provides support and expertise to startups.