BRIAN LOTSBOM

Brian Lotsbom is a distinguished Venture Partner at National Grid Partners, the corporate venture arm of National Grid, one of the world's largest publicly owned utilities. In his role, Brian is instrumental in sourcing, evaluating, and executing strategic investments in early to growth stage companies that are at the forefront of energy innovation. His work directly supports National Grid's mission to lead the clean energy transition and modernize critical infrastructure.

Brian's investment focus areas are deeply aligned with the evolving energy landscape. He actively seeks out companies developing solutions in clean energy generation, grid modernization, distributed energy resources, energy storage, and digital technologies that enhance utility operations and customer experience. His expertise helps National Grid Partners identify ventures that can provide strategic value, drive operational efficiencies, and contribute to a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

Prior to joining National Grid Partners, Brian built a robust career with a strong foundation in the energy sector. He previously served as a Senior Manager at National Grid, where he gained invaluable experience in corporate strategy and mergers and acquisitions. This background provided him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing large utilities. Before his tenure at National Grid, Brian worked as a Consultant at The Brattle Group, an economic consulting firm specializing in energy and utility industries, further honing his analytical and strategic capabilities. His career began as an Engineer at General Electric, where he developed a foundational technical understanding of power generation systems.

Brian's comprehensive background, combining engineering, economic consulting, and corporate strategy within the energy domain, uniquely positions him to identify and nurture promising startups. He holds an MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University, equipping him with both the business acumen and technical knowledge essential for successful venture investing in the complex energy sector. While specific individual investments are often attributed to the fund, Brian's contributions are vital to National Grid Partners' portfolio, which includes companies like LineVision, SparkMeter, and Go-Station, all working to advance the future of energy.