Nicolas Chow
About Nicolas Chow
Nicolas Chow serves as the Director of Sustainability EMEA at Plug and Play Tech Center and is a VC Advisor at Greentech Alliance. He focuses on corporate innovation in sustainability and has a background in management consulting, financial analysis, and product management.
Current Role at Plug and Play Tech Center
Nicolas Chow serves as the Director of Sustainability EMEA at Plug and Play Tech Center, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on integrating sustainability into corporate innovation strategies across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. His work involves collaborating with startups and corporations to promote sustainable practices and technologies. Based in Paris, Île-de-France, France, he leverages his extensive experience in sustainability and corporate innovation to drive impactful initiatives.
Experience at Greentech Alliance
Since 2020, Nicolas Chow has been a VC Advisor at Greentech Alliance, where he provides strategic guidance on investments in sustainable technology ventures. His role involves evaluating startups and advising on their potential impact on climate change and sustainability. Based in the Greater New York City Area, he combines his fascination with climate and data to support innovative solutions in the greentech sector.
Professional Background
Nicolas Chow has a diverse professional background, having held various roles in management consulting, research analysis, and financial analysis. He began his career as a Financial Analyst Intern at Merrill Lynch in 2011, followed by a Research Analyst Intern position at Egon Zehnder in 2013. He also worked as a Management Consulting Intern at Next Opportunity Group in 2012. From 2013 to 2018, he was a Product Manager I at Analytic Partners, where he contributed to data-driven decision-making processes.
Educational Qualifications
Nicolas Chow holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Economics from New York University, where he studied from 2010 to 2012. He also attended the University of Washington's Michael G. Foster School of Business, focusing on Business from 2008 to 2010. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in sustainability and corporate innovation.
Commitment to Climate Education
Nicolas Chow is dedicated to climate education and action. He is involved in a 12-week online course designed to educate individuals about climate change and the necessary actions to combat it. Additionally, he is on a mission to mobilize 100 million people to work towards solving climate change by 2030 through an online climate school, emphasizing the importance of collective action in addressing environmental challenges.