902 Advizers
Michela
Director Of Programs, Greentown Go
Greentown Labs
University of Vermont
N/A
Q1Career path
Cleantech Startups
Environmental Policy
Climate Technology
2:04
"which is a major I got to create on my own, which was awesome."
Q2Main responsibilities
Program Management
Strategic Direction
Stakeholder Coordination
1:41
"In my role, I work with both giant corporations and really small startups, um, as well as investors, uh, other folks in the climate ecosystem."
Q3Day in the life
Project Management
Communication
Data Analysis
1:27
"Every day looks different, which is one of the reasons I like it."
Q4Most important skills - role
Detail-Oriented
Public Speaking
Communication
1:28
"there's a fair amount of public speaking, so it's helpful to be comfortable with that."
Q5Favorite parts - role
Project Management
Communication
Leadership
1:30
"I also really like working at a Mission-based organization. Our mission at Greentown Labs is to support startups with the physical space, resources, and community they need to thrive."
Q6Biggest challenge - role
Project Management
Time Management
Prioritization
0:48
"there are so many things going on and you're switching between different projects constantly. So, you know, there's never a dull moment."
Q7Favorite parts - industry
Climate Change
Clean Energy
Entrepreneurship
1:01
"Everyone in the climate tech industry is trying to make a positive impact no matter where they sit in the ecosystem."
Q8Who thrives in industry
Teamwork
Independent Work
Ambiguity Tolerance
1:38
"People who thrive in this industry are able to work with a lot of ambiguity and in a fast-paced environment."
Q9Wish known before - industry
Investment and Funding
Climate Change
Policy and Regulation
1:33
"Being in the climate industry means that, uh, depending on the federal government in the US, things might look very different year to year."
Q10Entry-level positions
Startup Careers
Entry-Level Jobs
Climate Tech
1:18
"You can basically do anything entry level in the climate field."
Q11Significant lesson - career
Project Management
Career Development
Leadership
0:48
"And then you'll be able to earn trust from the people around you to take on different and fun projects that you might be especially interested in."
Q12College ideas for success
Writing
Communication
Research
1:11
"Being able to communicate well in basically all jobs is critical."
Q13How identity impacted career
Mentorship
Imposter Syndrome
Overcoming Challenges
1:40
"Now I feel very comfortable in those spaces."