The Hard Part with Evan McCann Mike Peasgood from ENVGO
Aug 11, 2025
Mike Peasgood, Co-Founder and CEO of ENVGO, is revolutionizing the boating industry with his cleantech solutions that prioritize performance and sustainability. He shares insights from his journey, transitioning from drones to electric boating and the innovative design of hydrofoiling crafts that promise an exhilarating experience over water. Peasgood discusses the challenges of scaling production, market adoption hurdles compared to electric cars, and the importance of aesthetics and usability in attracting early adopters. Teamwork and resilience in entrepreneurship also take center stage.
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Founding At The Tech Intersection
- Mike built Aeryon by combining digital video and aerial robotics expertise.
- He focused on intersecting skills to create new market solutions.
Outsource Non-Core Work
- Focus development on your unique differentiator and outsource the rest.
- Resist engineering temptations to rebuild commodity components that distract from product-market fit.
Started From Everyday Frustration
- Mike started ENVGO from personal frustration of driving an EV yet fueling a gas boat.
- He wanted the same clean, convenient electric experience on water.