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    Kirk Coburn

    Investor and Entrepreneur in Climate & Energy Sector

    Kirk Coburn is an experienced entrepreneur, investor, and business executive with a focus on energy and technology sectors. Here are some key details about his career and involvement with LO3 Energy:

    Professional Background

    Kirk Coburn has founded and led several companies, including:

    • Founder of Captain Energy, Inc. (2023)
    • Founder of The Frontier Conference (2017)
    • Founder and Managing Director of SURGE Ventures LLC (2010-2016)
    • Founder and CEO of Chief Outsiders, LLC (2007-2011)

    Role at LO3 Energy

    Coburn served as a Board Director at LO3 Energy from June 2019 to November 2021.2 LO3 Energy is a New York-based blockchain clean energy startup that develops peer-to-peer energy platforms.3

    Investment Experience

    Coburn has extensive experience in venture capital and investing:

    • Investment Director at Shell Ventures from June 2017 to January 20222
    • Investor in numerous startups, including NeoTreks, Synapse, Infinite Composites, and Biota Technology2

    Other Notable Positions

    • Founder and CEO of Eleox (September 2021 - April 2022)
    • Board Member at Bluware (July 2018 - September 2021)
    • Advisor to The Dallas Entrepreneur Center (2013-2018)

    Education

    Coburn holds an MBA and an undergraduate degree from the McCombs School of Business.1

    Kirk Coburn's diverse experience in energy, technology, and venture capital has positioned him as a prominent figure in the intersection of blockchain and clean energy industries.

    Highlights

    Jul 10 · ledgerinsights.com
    Sumitomo, Shell invest in energy blockchain startup LO3
    Jul 10 · forbes.com
    Shell Invests In Ethereum Hybrid That Gives Real Power To ... - Forbes

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    Experience

    Founder & Managing Director at SURGE Ventures
    Investment Director at Shell Ventures, June 2017 - January 2022

    Education

    MBA in Finance, Entrepreneurship from The University of Texas at Austin - The Red McCombs School of Business, 2002 - 2005

    Location

    Greater Houston