Steve Hoffman

Steve Hoffman, Startup Judge at Cleantech Open

Steve Hoffman, also known as "Captain Hoff", is the CEO of Founders Space, a global innovation hub for entrepreneurs, corporations, and investors.1 He is a venture investor, founder of multiple startups, and author of several books.1

Hoffman has served as a Startup Judge for the Global Finals at Cleantech Open since 2009.2346 His role involves evaluating innovative startups in the cleantech space.2

In addition to his work with Cleantech Open, Hoffman has held various other roles:

• Corporate Counsel at 10K Law PC5
• Chief Counsel at MedCision7
• Associate at Heuking Kühn Lüer Wojtek7
• Lawyer and Strategist, Self-Employed since 19987

Hoffman earned a bachelor's degree in computer engineering from the University of California and a master's degree in film and television from the University of Southern California.1