

John Doerr on Sustainable Investments (Podcast)
Dec 3, 2021
Join venture capitalist John Doerr, chairman of Kleiner Perkins and author of 'Speed and Scale,' as he discusses the crucial intersection of innovation and climate action. He explores transformative solutions for the climate crisis, drawing parallels to historic mobilizations, and underscores the financial potential of sustainable investments. Doerr shares insights on the evolution of climate tech, the urgency for collective action, and highlights successful examples like Tesla. With anecdotes from his storied career, he inspires listeners to embrace a sustainable future.
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Intel and Ann
- John Doerr initially joined Intel because he couldn't secure a venture capitalist role.
- This led to him reuniting with his future wife, Ann Howland, who also worked at Intel.
Joining Kleiner Perkins
- A friend informed Doerr about a job opening at Kleiner Perkins, which he initially mistook for a law firm.
- Doerr joined Kleiner Perkins with the condition that they'd back his entrepreneurial ventures.
Maintaining Entrepreneurial Spirit
- Despite joining Kleiner Perkins, Doerr maintained his entrepreneurial drive, launching companies like Silicon Compilers and At Home.
- His experiences at Compaq and Sun Microsystems highlighted the need for experienced guidance for entrepreneurs.