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Namratha Kothapalli

Namratha Kothapalli

Engineer turned VC, investing in early-stage Climate Tech startups

London, UK
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Joined August 2025
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Summary

Namratha Kothapalli is an accomplished investor with a strong background in software engineering and product management, transitioning her technical expertise into venture capital. She has held roles at major tech companies like Intel, HP, and Dell-EMC, before moving into the VC space. speedinvest+2
As a Principal at Speedinvest, Namratha is deeply focused on Climate Tech and Industrial Tech, actively investing in early-stage European companies aiming to combat global warming. Her work specifically targets critical areas like the electricity grid, energy markets, and agritech climate adaptation. speedinvest+3
Her educational background includes an MBA from London Business School, a Master's degree in Computer Science from Clemson University, and a Bachelor's in Electronics from Osmania University, demonstrating a strong interdisciplinary foundation in technology and business. speedinvest+2
Namratha is also a published writer, contributing insights on deep tech investment strategies and the decarbonization of real estate through articles on the Speedinvest blog. She also wrote a personal reflection on her MBA experience for the London Business School blog. speedinvest+2
An avid traveler and outdoor enthusiast, Namratha enjoys reading, hiking, and exploring new cultures, having visited over 50 countries and lived in various cities across the globe. speedinvest

Work

Education

Writing

Decarbonizing Real Estate: The Importance of Investing Now

An article discussing the real estate sector's contribution to global warming and the importance of investing in technologies that work to decarbonize real estate and make it more resilient to climate-related damages. Highlights existing solutions and areas of exploration for Speedinvest.

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Finding a Market in Deep Tech

An article for deep tech founders on how to identify the right market and acquire customers. It draws from her experience meeting over 300 founders and provides guidance on finding promising markets and understanding user needs.

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Reflections: My first few weeks at LBS!

A personal blog post reflecting on her initial experiences and adjustments during her MBA program at London Business School.

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Hobbies

Enjoys reading, being outdoors, traveling, climbing mountains, trying new restaurants, and attempting to learn new languages. She is an avid backpacker and has traveled to over 50 countries. speedinvest