June 23, 2025
CWE and the team there have been a catalyst for growth, providing me a unique blend of expertise, personalized support, and a network of like-minded individuals who understand the challenges of entrepreneurship.
What inspired Cvic’s business?
She launched Frankenbuild Ventures in 2023 in response to the IPCC’s call for climate funding. As a deeptech expert and former NASA technologist, she felt compelled to act rather than wait. She created a venture capital (VC) firm with a passion for climate innovation to invest in catalytic-stage technologies that drive real impact.
Business Highlights
Frankenbuild Ventures has quickly become a trusted name in climate and deeptech investing. Cvic has spoken at the United Nations, was named a Top 5 Rising Star in MTLC’s Tech Top 50, and built high-impact collaborations with government agencies and accelerators. Her work uplifts scalable ventures while supporting underrepresented founders.
How has CWE helped her in her journey?
CWE helped Cvic reflect on her firm’s direction and consolidate years of insights into strategic milestones. Through workshops and advising, she gained clarity, momentum, and confidence, leading to national recognition and meaningful partnerships that continue to grow her firm’s visibility and impact.
How does she feel about owning her own business?
Cvic feels empowered to drive meaningful change and challenge norms in venture capital through purposeful, high-impact investing.
How has the journey of building her own business changed her life?
Owning her firm has positioned Cvic as a rare, trusted partner in the deeptech ecosystem, unlocking partnerships, recognition, and influence that were once out of reach.
What creating a business of her own has done for Cvic?
Starting Frankenbuild Ventures allowed Cvic to merge her passions, create purpose-driven work, and support future-facing founders. It also inspired her family and community to dream bigger.
She wants you to know this about CWE
Cvic sees CWE as a catalyst for growth. The blend of personalized support and expert resources helped her turn uncertainty into action, expanding her confidence and reach.