Joshua Phan-Gruber
MBA+MS Sustainability | Climate VC | Startup Operator | Early-Stage Systems Builder
- Role
- Research Fellow at Evergreen Climate Innovations
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Joshua Phan-Gruber
I recently completed a dual MBA + MS in Sustainable Systems at the University of Michigan, where I focused on climate tech, early-stage operations, and venture investing. My background includes working across startups, funds, and corporates on business operations, diligence, financial modeling, and investment thesis development. Earlier in my career, I was the first finance and operations hire at several startups. I built systems from the ground up, led cross-functional teams, and helped guide companies through high-stakes challenges and moments of rapid growth. I’m comfortable switching between strategy and execution, and I know how to prioritize when time and resources are limited. Before pivoting to climate and startups, I worked as a professional actor. I believe in the value of strong narrative and clear communication. I\'m interested in roles that sit at the intersection of climate, innovation, and operations.
Experience
Research Fellow
Mar 2025 — Present · Chicago, IL, US
Led research on long-duration energy storage with a focus on market mechanisms and policy innovation needed to support the sector.
Education
Penn State University
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA, Musical Theatre
2007 — 2011
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA | Master of Science in Sustainble Systems
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