Philip Black

Co-Founder at True Ventures and experienced Board Director

Philip Black is a chemical engineer with significant experience in the energy industry. Currently serving as part of Wood's Digital and Technology Group, he helps develop innovative blockchain solutions for various sectors such as infrastructure, mining, and power globally. Mr. Black is also an expert in systems integration, software development, and product management, with a focus on energy companies. He designed and implemented real-time monitoring systems for clients in the Middle East and the United States, leading to new applications using IoT, machine learning, and data analytics. Mr. Black shares his passion for digitization by speaking at conferences worldwide and publishing articles in traditional and social media outlets. He is a licensed professional engineer in Texas and holds a degree in chemical engineering from the University of Kansas.

Experience

Co-Founder at True Ventures (April 2006 - Present)

Inventables (April 2009 - Present), Kurtosys Systems (September 2006 - Present), Automattic (October 2005 - Present), Co-Founder at Blacksmith Capital (January 2003 - April 2006), General Partner at ABS Ventures (March 1999 - December 2002), General Partner at Weiss, Peck & Greer Venture Partners (January 1995 - February 1999)