Paul Gilkerson

Partner at True, Co-Head of Energy Transition, Industrial, and Climate Tech Practice

Paul Gilkerson serves as Co-Head of the Climate Tech practice at True, with over a decade of leadership experience in industrial technology and sustainability sectors.

He specializes in C-suite placements across venture, private equity, and publicly traded companies, working with notable organizations like Powin Energy, Array Technologies, e-Zinc, and Apeel Sciences.

Paul transitioned to executive search from co-founding Sealed Inc., a venture-backed startup focusing on home weatherization and electrification projects.

He holds degrees in business and trumpet performance from the University of Illinois and has a background in music from the Institute for the International Education of Students in Vienna, Austria.

Paul is actively involved in the arts scene, having held leadership positions in organizations like the Overture Council of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

His professional journey includes roles at True Search, Hobbs & Towne, Inc., Sealed Inc., ED&F Man Capital Markets Ltd., and PFGBEST, covering areas such as FX sales, trading, and business development.

In addition to his professional pursuits, Paul is a seasoned international traveler and enjoys activities like running, swimming, and skiing.