Bryan Duarte
Bryan is a Social Venturist, Entrepreneur, a licensed Professional Engineer and has over 30 years of experience in the Energy Industry. He is the Founder and the Managing Partner at BlackTech Capital (“BTC”). He has experience in creating, developing, and growing companies in the Energy, CleanTech and Sustainability Sectors with a focus on Underrepresented founders.
BlackTech Capital (“BTC”) was selected, by the World Economic Forum, as one of the most innovative investment funds which invest in people and planet-focused entrepreneurs. In addition to his work through BTC, he is aMentor/Advisor/Entrepreneur in Residence for Foresight Canada (Canada’s largest Cleantech Accelerator), Altitude Accelerator, Innovation Factory, Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce, Toronto Metropolitan University’s Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation, Founder Institute, TechStars and numerous other accelerators and innovation centres. He is also Vice-Chair of the Board for the Black Business and Professional Association and Board Chair for the Toronto Centre of Learning & Development.
Helping to develop and grow early-stage Clean Technology and Climate Technology companies and their founders is a passion for Bryan; it is all about helping others to make their dreams come true in service of the planet. His core values are Love, Integrity and Transparency with a focus on developing companies that are Good for People and Good for Planet.
Voting Member: Bryan Duarte
Member since 2024