Nothing matters if we don’t have a planet.

Meet Climb: sustainability through storytelling.

Our climate is changing. Fast.

Startups are changing, too. There are more climate tech companies than ever before, each aiming for influence over policymakers, investors, customers, and partners.That’s why we built Climb -- a communications practice devoted to helping climate tech startups access the best capital, the smartest talent, and the most strategic partners.

By leveraging media relations and digital content marketing, Climb can supercharge your startup, building awareness and credibility with the people who matter.

How we help companies climb the ranks...

Green is the new gold.

We’re partnering with startups and venture capitalists that are good for the planet and good for the bottom line.

Our work.

CASE STUDY: TRANSPORTATION

Ample

We positioned Ample as the leading modular EV battery swapping company in the United States, earning global coverage.

CASE STUDY: CONSUMER / HARDWARE

Molekule

We helped put Molekule on the map with proprietary PECO air purification technology.

CASE STUDY: FINTECH

OpenInvest

We helped OpenInvest position itself uniquely in the ESG market, supporting it from Series A to acquisition to JPMorgan.

CASE STUDY: CONSUMER

Poshmark

We helped Poshmark pioneer the circular economy of fashion while building a powerful brand based on community, love, and entrepreneurship.

CASE STUDY: OCEAN / WIND

Bedrock

We introduced Bedrock's ocean-mapping technology to the world, ushering a new era of wind power to the US.

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Your secret weapon.

Strategy & Media Relations

• Strategic planning

• Brand and narrative development

• Fundraising awareness

• Campaign planning

• PR positioning

• Media relations

• Go-to-market campaigns

• Momentum-building PR

• Executive media training

• Crisis communications

• Event strategies

• Thought leadership and features

• PR Stunts

• Bylines and contributed content

Marketing & Research

• Marketing campaigns

• Research and competitive audit

• Campaign planning

• Competitive media monitoring and benchmarking

• Industry insights and audience analysis

• Data visualizations

• Campaign analysis and optimization

• Consumer acquisition modeling

• Market testing and positioning

Content Creation & Distribution

• Channel segmented content strategy

• End-to-end video script writing and production

• Podcasts-as-a-Service

• Media buying and social strategies

• Content distribution

• Social media content execution

• Amplification and audience building

• Ad campaign management

• Blog and newsletter management

Venture Capital

• A select number of early stage companies may be relevant from our venture fund. To learn more, visit vscventures.com.

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“With VSC, it’s not just the contacts — it’s thoughtful strategy and execution that helps further specific business goals. We need investors and consumers alike to understand Ample, why it’s unique, and why it matters.”

Khaled Hassounah

CEO & Founder, Ample

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“Sustainability is a global problem that affects all of us equally. We’ve all been responsible for creating it and we all have a role to play in making it better. VSC Climb is playing an essential role at a time when startups need to communicate clearly and with a sense of urgency.”

Alex Garden

Chairman and CEO, Zume

Meet our team.

CEO + CHIEF TALKER

Vijay Chattha

Vijay has shaped over 800 brands in his career, from consumer products like Molekule to climate tech innovators like OpenInvest. He was recently named a Top 50 Climate Change Operator by Climate Draft.

PARTNER

Maggie Philbin

A 10-year communications veteran, Maggie has led dozens of award-winning engagements for VSC, from Ample to Zume.

PARTNER

Eric Gonzalez

Communications expert with 20 years of experience, Eric currently oversees the NY practice with dozens of exits and a few IPOs under his belt.

DIRECTOR OF CONTENT

Doug Patterson

Screenwriter, strategist and content creator who’s good at making sense of things and turning them into stories. Doug manages content, video, and digital advertising including audience building and targeting across social media channels.

GENERAL PARTNER

Jay Kapoor

Experienced seed and early-stage VC, with 100+ investments across Techstars, MSG, LaunchCapital, and as an angel investor in tech and consumer startups.

VP, ENTERPRISE STRATEGY

Marta Bulaich

Silicon Valley fire-starter with over two decades of experience in startups and venture funds. Marta helps our brands refine their message and walks them into the room with top investors and healthcare enterprise decision-makers.