The Investment Climate Podcast features Alex Shandrovsky interviewing investors and uncovering the playbooks of successful Climate Tech CEOs and leading VCs in the Alt Proteins field. In episode 59, Gavin Schneider, CEO and co-founder of Maia Farms, discusses how the company raised $6.5M through a warm introduction from a larger fund to a perfect-fit Vancouver climate investor. Schneider highlights the importance of seeking feedback and referrals from investors, as well as emphasizing the value of building a simple, thoughtful data room using Google Drive instead of expensive platforms.

Schneider also discusses the importance of valuation, geography, and reframing dilution in securing funding for food tech companies. He emphasizes the need for CEOs to focus on narrowing scope, cutting burn, and achieving key milestones to unlock revenue or strategic partnerships. The podcast series aims to provide insights into disciplined scaling, capital strategy, and building successful food companies that can meet the growing demand for sustainable food solutions.