From Wall Street to Clean Energy: Bo Lee's Entrepreneurial Journey

In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Bo Lee, an entrepreneur who has navigated the complexities of Wall Street and ventured into the promising realm of clean energy. Bo shares his strategic insights and experiences, offering a candid look at the challenges and triumphs of building a business in the renewable energy sector. Join us for a conversation that delves into the intricacies of entrepreneurship, innovation, and the future of energy.https://akkuenergydevices.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/bo-lee-22072194/A serial entrepreneur and investor, Bo started his career on Wall Street as an institutional FX and interest rate derivatives trader in New York and London with two leading global firms – Harlow Meyer Savage and Garvin Guy Butler, after earning his Master’s in International Finance and Trade from the renowned Thunderbird School of Global Management and MIS from from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies. He later joined American Express/First DataCorporation as the Director of Asia-Pacific Region, leading the company’s expansion into the Asia market, successfully developed an extensive payment product network throughout the region.Bo started his entrepreneurial pursuit in the year 2000, founded several companies, started venture investments in renewable energy and climate tech. He has owned and operated companies ranging from manufacturing of energy efficient modular homes to food process; invested in and helped scaling companies in the clean energy sector – thin-film PV modules manufacturing, hydrogen electric critical component engineering/manufacturing, electrification of heavy duty material handling devices, product/resource circular solutions, etc..Born in China, immigrated to the U.S. 40 years ago, he lives in Denver, Colorado. He sits on school boards, volunteered his time as a board member and treasurer of DCIS Foundation(Denver Center for International Studies). In his spare time, he enjoys reading, the outdoors and sports. He is an avid skier, golfer and tennis player.This podcast is sponsored by Freshwater Investments