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Tommy Leep
Helping climate tech startups grow
Tommy Leep is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as a founding partner at Jetstream, a venture capital firm focused on investing in climate tech startups. He has a strong academic background with a bachelor's degree in economics and a master's degree in sociology from Stanford University.1
Prior to founding Jetstream, Tommy held various significant roles in the venture capital space, including positions as a consultant at Congruent Ventures and as an investment scout at Lightspeed Venture Partners. He also worked as the Chief of Staff and Investment Associate at Floodgate and was a partner at Rothenberg Ventures, where he led the San Francisco office.1
In addition to his investment roles, Tommy has experience in product marketing, having worked at Meraki, Inc. and Intuit, where he participated in a rotational development program. His early career included positions at Yahoo! Music and Triage Consulting Group.1
At Jetstream, Tommy focuses on the earliest rounds of funding for startups that address climate change challenges. His commitment to this sector reflects a personal motivation, especially after witnessing the impacts of climate events in recent years.2 He is recognized not only for his investment acumen but also for his strong interpersonal skills and ability to connect with founders in the startup ecosystem.23
Highlights
RIP the phrase “climate tech” 2019-2024