Bill Clerico

In this engaging discussion, Bill Clerico, founder of Convective Capital and former CEO of WePay, shares his expertise on wildfire mitigation and climate resilience. He delves into the reasons behind the worsening wildfires, emphasizing outdated building codes and underfunded utilities. Bill highlights cutting-edge firefighting technologies, such as drones and advanced detection systems. The conversation also uncovers necessary policy reforms and presents actionable steps homeowners, insurance companies, and governments can take to combat this growing threat.

Bill Clerico, former CEO of WePay and founder of Convective Capital, dives into the dynamic world of investing in firetech startups. He discusses the urgent need for innovative technologies to combat wildfires, including satellite analysis and robotics. The conversation also explores the pros and cons of momentum investing in venture capital, debating whether it reflects smart strategy or a market bubble. Listeners gain insight into specialized investments addressing climate change challenges while discovering how strategic funding can enhance wildfire resilience.

Bill Clerico, co-founder of WePay, an early fintech pioneer, discusses the challenges faced during the transition of their business and their acquisition by JP Morgan. The podcast also includes a conversation on baby-proofing, concerns about the future world and climate change, and the innovative work of Overstory in monitoring vegetation growth around power lines using satellite imagery.

Bill Clerico, the founder of WePay and now managing partner at Convective Capital, shares his journey from building a pioneering fintech startup during the 2008 financial crisis to selling it for $400 million. He discusses why avoiding certain sectors can reveal hidden opportunities and highlights the unconventional partnerships that led to WePay's acquisition by JPMorgan. Clerico also reflects on the importance of timing in strategic decisions and explores innovative solutions for high-fire risk insurance, revealing insights on navigating challenges in crisis-driven industries.

Bill Clerico, investor at Convective Capital and former CEO of WePay, talks about his firm's focus on investing in technology, software, and hardware related to wildfires. They discuss the increasing frequency of extreme wildfires, the use of cameras, satellites, and drones for detection and suppression, investments in companies addressing the crisis, the impact of wildfires on air quality, and founders solving the wildfire crisis.