Ep. 80 Patti Melcher, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of EIV Capital

“You can have everything you want, but not at the same time”

What are the keys to success in the energy sector?

How can you be strategic in designing an investment team?

How do you balance the professional rigors of serving on a board, with family life, and participation with non-profit organizations?

Patti has been a leader of capital management in the energy industry for over 35 years. When assembling a team, be prepared to hire and support the investment team for up to 2 years. It can usually take 8-10 years before the company is really profitable.

Patti always remained true to placing her family first, and continues masterfully investing in the future of others, just as she has mastered investing in the future of energy. Her motto has become, “You can have it all, but maybe not all at once.” Play the long game, and don’t be afraid to pause instead of stopping something altogether.

Her unparalleled drive and compassion have enabled her to balance the demands of rigorous capital management along with the challenges of being a mother. Her loyalty and commitment to her family led her to found the Joy School, which now helps deliver specialized education to over 150 children with learning disabilities. 

Patti started EIV Capital at 49 years old, and has no intention of retiring anytime soon. As Managing Partner and Co-founder of EIV Capital, Patti routinely oversees investments in the hundreds of millions of dollars, all while remaining environmentally conscious, and working to create better opportunities for the future. She is an inspiration, and she will continue to be a leader in the energy industry for many years to come.