Summary

We are launching a ClimateTech venture that will tackle the growing shortage of skilled labour in energy transition activities. Our solution will enable employers of electricians, HVAC technicians, and other green trades to preserve the know-how of experienced technicians and use it to level up their workforce. We are looking for an entrepreneurial and highly experienced individual to act as Founder and CEO to build, lead and scale this venture.

Please note: This is not an employee opportunity at Diagram Ventures, but an opportunity in a new company created through our venture studio model. This company will be independent of Diagram Ventures.

Opportunity

The energy transition depends on experienced electricians, HVAC technicians, renewable energy technicians, insulation installers, and other skilled trades. We are increasingly hearing of project delays and budget overspend driven by a shortage of labour in these fields. Meanwhile, this shortage is only anticipated to worsen as energy transition drives up demand and 20-50% of the workforce across critical trades retires in the coming decade.

It can take up to 5 years of on-the-job learning for new workers in these fields to become effective at their jobs. However, there is a critical shortage of on-the-job learning opportunities that remains unresolved as seasoned workers are often already spending half their time coaching and supporting less experienced technicians. We envision a game-changing solution to rapidly scale-up on-the-job learning via capturing real-time coaching moments and transforming them into searchable answers, training guides, and skill assessments.

This venture has been significantly de-risked, with extensive market need validation and a growing commercial pipeline. Diagram provides capital, network, and support services, giving you the leverage you need to quickly scale this business.

We are assembling a dream team of entrepreneurs and technologists, and we are now looking for an accomplished co-founder & CEO to lead the venture. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated entrepreneur, looking to maximize their chances of success, all while retaining significant founder equity.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the strategic vision
• Provide overall leadership to the organization, working across all aspects and functions of the business (sales, product, tech, marketing, finance, etc.
• Build and lead a high-caliber team of “A” player early hires
• Develop and execute the go-to-market strategy, including establishing commercial relations and securing clients in the gaming space
• Leverage your network and industry knowledge to initiate and nurture relationships with key stakeholders
• Lead the fundraising efforts in collaboration with the founding team and Diagram

Background and experience

• Track record of building and leading a successful business as a CEO, President, COO, CTO, or Technical Executive with P&L ownership within an organization
• Previously took a business or product from 0 to 1
• A track record of successful partnership facilitation
• Excellent communication & negotiation skills with the ability to present and persuade at all levels of an organization
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving and business development

Other desirable assets

• Strong understanding of the experience of skilled trades or blue collar workers, ideally through selling into or working with the sector
• Relevant industry experience: Electrical, HVAC, Renewable Energy, Home Service, Manufacturing, Technical College System, EdTech
• Experience working in B2B SaaS
• Strong network of contacts in the electrical, HVAC, or renewable energy sector
• Experience being founder/co-founder or early hire in a venture backed company

What you’ll get from this opportunity:

• You and your team obtain majority ownership of the company
• You will have flexibility to run a venture-backed business that has been significantly de-risked by an experienced venture studio with successful track record
• You will receive continuous support from Diagram’s team of serial entrepreneurs and network

About Diagram

Diagram is a venture builder that conceives and launches technology companies in the ClimateTech and FinTech sectors. We've designed a unique platform for entrepreneurs who have a proven track record or domain expertise to start their next business by combining access to venture capital investment, hands-on support, and a vast network of partners. Since 2016, Diagram has raised $400M+ and launched over 25+ new companies across North America. Our ecosystem is home to 200+ angel investors, including 60+ entrepreneurs with >$15B in exits and an extended global network of corporate partners, investors, and builders. Notable Diagram portfolio companies include : Dialogue, Nesto, and Novisto

Applying at Diagram

Diagram and its portfolio companies are equal-opportunity employers. We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. Diagram may contact you about other possible opportunities you may be a fit for. We launch new ventures each year and are continually excited to talk to founders and top talent who want to join us.