Jim Cabot
About Jim Cabot
Jim Cabot is the Managing Director at Breakthrough Energy Ventures and President of Cabot Strategies, LLC, with extensive experience in strategic communications and environmental solutions.
Managing Director at Breakthrough Energy Ventures
Jim Cabot has been serving as the Managing Director at Breakthrough Energy Ventures since 2019, concentrating his efforts in Boston, MA. In this role, he leverages his extensive experience in environmental communications and strategic planning to oversee and drive various initiatives. His work primarily focuses on sustainable energy solutions and cleantech innovation. Being at the forefront of breakthrough energy technologies, he plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between innovative energy solutions and market readiness.
President of Cabot Strategies, LLC
Since 2015, Jim Cabot has been the President of Cabot Strategies, LLC, operating out of Boston, MA. This role highlights his expertise in strategic communications, public affairs, and marketing communications. At Cabot Strategies, he develops and implements creative market and policy-based solutions aimed at addressing environmental challenges. His work in this sphere underscores his strong background in lobbying and environmental communications.
Past Role at Rasky Baerlein Strategic Communications
Jim Cabot held the position of Managing Director at Rasky Baerlein Strategic Communications from 2006 to 2015. During his nine-year tenure, he specialized in strategic communications, focusing on energy and environmental issues. His role involved significant lobbying efforts, advancing public affairs, and developing communications strategies to tackle environmental challenges effectively.
Former Director at US EPA
From 1993 to 2005, Jim Cabot worked at the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as the Director of Strategic Planning and Director of the Clean Technology Center. He played a significant role in establishing the EPA's first cleantech development center, highlighting his innovative and forward-thinking approach to environmental solutions. His efforts at the EPA were centered around strategic planning for sustainable environmental practices and the advancement of clean technology.
Educational Background at Harvard University
Jim Cabot pursued an MBA at Harvard Business School from 1991 to 1993, equipping him with advanced business management and strategic skills. Earlier, he achieved an AB in History from Harvard University between 1983 and 1987. His educational background provided a strong foundation for his subsequent roles in strategic planning and environmental communications. The rigorous academic training at Harvard has been instrumental in shaping his strategic approach to solving environmental challenges.