Berkner Group

Berkner Group is an executive search firm dedicated to helping organisations build unstoppable teams, specialising in climate tech and deep tech sectors. Led by a former climate tech CEO, the company understands the relentless drive required to develop world-changing technology and focuses on helping companies find leaders who share their vision and possess the tenacity to turn innovation into reality. Whether organisations are innovating in renewable energy, driving industrial advancements or scaling robotics, Berkner Group identifies leaders with the needed technical expertise and commitment to mission.

The company maintains a network of over 500,000 industry leaders across climate tech, robotics, biotech and industrial tech, connecting clients with hidden talent through channels beyond traditional recruiting networks. Berkner Group works with startups across all funding stages from pre-seed and seed through series A to series D, offering not only executive search services but also guidance on fundraising and branding strategies. The company has demonstrated success in completing searches other established firms could not fill, notably closing a COO search in six weeks after a top global retained search firm came up empty after one year.

The company brings more than a decade of experience building teams for determined leaders and founders tackling challenges in climate tech, deep tech and related sectors. Clients praise Berkner Group's organised and methodical approach, noting its strategic listening that avoids pushing high-salary candidates merely to capture placement fees, its thorough written scorecards and due diligence, and its commitment to quality over volume.