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NGIN Network for Global Innovation

Accelerator

Seed · 7 people tracked

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Investment thesis

NGIN addresses the global innovation gap by creating a commercialization ecosystem that connects cleantech entrepreneurs and innovation institutions with investors, customers, policymakers, and deployment partners worldwide. The organization facilitates market creation and technology deployment by reducing friction in the path from innovation development to real-world adoption in markets with the greatest need for sustainable solutions.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

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Team · 7 people

from the firm's website
Fred H. Walti II· President & CEO

An expert in creating innovation ecosystems that drive economic development, leading a non-profit that connects scientists, entrepreneurs, and investors with customers, policymakers, and ecosystem stakeholders to address climate change and build economic wealth globally.

Kevin Braithwaite· VP, Acceleration

Works with international agencies, governments, investors, corporations, and universities to support emerging cleantech ventures globally, having supported accelerators, incubators, and innovation competitions across six continents in developed and developing economies.

Paulo de Rezende· VP, Investments

Develops partnerships and tools to bridge the funding gap between cleantech entrepreneurs and venture investors, including working on the NGIN Index of 1,000+ portfolio companies and an investment platform facilitating US-accredited investor participation in global early-stage cleantech startups.

Tom White· Chief Revenue Officer

Positions early-stage companies for scale and growth by leading teams to develop and communicate authentic narratives around product and service innovations to attract both customers and investors.

Ashleigh Grindon· Intern

An undergraduate senior at the University of Southern California majoring in International Relations and Political Economy, also working as a Research Assistant for the Keck School of Medicine and active in honors societies and student organizations.

Chloe Soroquere· Senior Acceleration Trainer

An international training expert extensively involved in GCIP-Morocco since its launch, conducting numerous GCIP Academies and providing support to alumni from Morocco and Pakistan.

Daniel Weil· Operations Director

Has experience working with C-suite executives across direct mail, design agencies, web development, and startup tech companies. Part of the original LACI and NGIN teams, he specializes in coaching high-achieving professionals and brand development.

Frequently asked questions

What stage does NGIN Network for Global Innovation invest at?
NGIN Network for Global Innovation invests at the Seed stage.
What sectors does NGIN Network for Global Innovation focus on?
NGIN Network for Global Innovation focuses on Cleantech, Climate Tech, Energy.
Does NGIN Network for Global Innovation lead rounds?
NGIN Network for Global Innovation typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.

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