> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://content.konfab.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # ๐ŸŽ™๏ธEP02 - Scaling Talent + Teams in Climate Tech - URL: https://content.konfab.io/ep2-scaling-talent-teams-in-climate-tech/ - Published: 2025-05-20T12:30:08.000Z - Updated: 2025-10-14T20:16:55.000Z - Description: A conversation with Oliver Mudge, with views from both Founders + VCs on Scaling Talent + Teams - Author: Kane Watkinson - Tags: Video Podcast, Talent, Technology, Teams, Founder, Investment, Resources, Education Welcome to the 2nd episode! ๐ŸŽ™๏ธ ### Introduction This time, I'm in conversation with Oliver Mudge, whose perspective and experience encompass talent and growth consulting for both Startups and VC. Oliver reflects on his transition from CSR and Risk into climate tech, the different dynamics of working with startups and VCs, and the rewards that placing talent in organisations brings in the medium and long term. ๐Ÿค The discussion also covers the challenges of scaling teams, the importance of proactive talent planning, change management, and the role of company culture in fast-paced environments. How to embed a winning and rewarding culture in an organisation that's in continuous flux is a key challenge for climate tech startups. > "Culture has to be intentional." People and culture are big topics in this conversation, and similarly in EP1 with Amrit Chandan, who considered that 'people are the greatest challenge' - some important alignment and takeaways here! ๐Ÿ’ก > "People are your biggest critical asset." Oliver emphasises the need for a comprehensive talent strategy, the significance of education in preparing for future climate jobs, and the importance of youth perspectives in shaping a sustainable future. ๐Ÿ“ We conclude with reflections on his career in recruitment, highlighting the critical role of people in driving organisational success. > "It's a people-led transition." Just hit play below and watch right here on the page! ๐ŸŽฌ ๐Ÿฟ Use the player controls to expand to full screen or your preferred video window size. ๐ŸชŸ Chapter summary below the player for your guidance... ### Chapters ๐Ÿ‘‹ 00:00 Introduction to Climate Tech and Talent ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ 01:10 Personal Motivations + Impact for Resourcing in Climate Tech ๐Ÿ˜‡ 04:37 Transitioning from CSR to Climate Tech ๐Ÿ’ธ 05:53 Working with Startups and VCs ๐Ÿซต 06:32 Recruitment Dynamics in Early-Stage Startups ๐Ÿ‘ฅ 09:00 Founder Team Dynamics and Scaling Challenges ๐Ÿ’ก 11:41 Navigating Skill Set Gaps in Founders ๐Ÿ“ˆ 14:00 Proactive Talent Planning for Growth ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ 19:10 Building a Comprehensive Talent Strategy โฉ 22:51 Culture in Fast-Paced Environments ๐ŸŽข 25:32 Challenges in Maintaining Culture ๐Ÿค 27:37 Key Drivers of a Strong Culture ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿคโ€๐Ÿง‘ 28:44 Resource Challenges in Climate Tech ๐ŸŽ“ 30:14 The Role of Education in Climate Jobs ๐Ÿง’ 34:38 The Importance of the Kids! ๐Ÿง  36:31 STEM Education and Future Workforce Needs ๐Ÿ”— 37:56 Recruiting for Generalists vs. Specialists ๐Ÿ’ญ 39:44 Reflections on a Career in Recruitment ### What's next? 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Here is a link back to EP1: [๐ŸŽ™๏ธ EP 1 - Battery tech startup to new AI ventureA conversation with Amrit Chandan, who shares his journey as a startup founder from Battery Tech to AI![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/icon/Konfab-Green-lcon--26.png)KonfabKane Watkinson![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2025-05-20-at-13.48.02.png)](https://content.konfab.io/episode-1-battery-tech-startup-to-new-ai-venture/) EP1 - Amrit Chandan EP3 is **Damian Bemben** of **Ada Mode**.....you can read more about them and a recent article on Energy System Modelling: [Energy System Modelling for UK Industrial DecarbonisationTo deliver the low-carbon UK energy network, we need to move beyond isolated static plans and utilise new innovative technologies.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/icon/Konfab-Green-lcon--27.png)KonfabJack Lewis![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/thumbnail/photo-1610552254818-d1e3ee1de0fb-5)](https://content.konfab.io/energy-system-modelling-for-uk-industrial-decarbonisation/) Ada Mode - Guest Article [Ada ModeAda Mode build human-in-the-loop AI for machine health and industrial process optimisation. Making industrial plants greener, safer and more efficient.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/icon/favicon-4.png)Catapult![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/d6/84/d6846eb6-a40f-44ba-8892-5a57f3a2df2f/content/images/thumbnail/60e45a12e319e542e1160c8e_homepage-open-graph2-1.jpg)](https://ada-mode.com/?ref=content.konfab.io) Ada Mode - Website Always interested to hear if you have a particular startup journey to talk about, innovative climate tech, or insights from around the wider climate tech ecosystem - send me a message and let's discuss! Hope you enjoyed this one, on we go! Kane ---