Michael Hennessy

Vice Chair / CEO at Blue Orb, LP

Michael Hennessy serves as the Vice Chair and CEO of Blue Orb, Inc., a company focused on sustainable infrastructure aligned with the UN's 2030 Sustainable Development Goals. In addition, Michael acts as an advisor to Go Milk Yourself, a maternal health startup, and has previously held principal and advisory roles across various industries, including luxury brands, cosmetics, and finance transformation. Michael’s extensive career includes leadership positions at firms such as Blass & Hennessy, Moët Hennessy, and Shiseido, where strategic planning, operational efficiency, and stakeholder engagement were key areas of focus. Academic achievements include a degree in Economics/East Asian Studies from Columbia University and coursework at the Fashion Institute of Technology.

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Blue Orb, LP

At Blue Orb, LP, we develop, implement, and manage renewable energy projects, unlocking value for investors and delivering transformative benefits to communities. Using world-class expertise and a proven framework, we derisk investments and accelerate renewable energy development in emerging markets. VISION & MISSION We bridge the renewable energy funding gap in underinvested regions, delivering strong returns while driving significant social and environmental impact. Our ethical, end-to-end approach includes project identification, risk mitigation, engineering, financial modeling, and strategic capital management for scalable, sustainable solutions. WHAT SETS US APART - Innovative Risk Management: Targeting overlooked regions with a scalable selection matrix. - Comprehensive Solutions: Managing permits, PPAs, and financial modeling to ensure success. - Strategic Partnerships: Local and global collaborations ensure the best technology and practices. - Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in finance, infrastructure, and energy. IMPACT & GROWTH - CO2 Emissions Saved: Over 78 million metric tons annually. - Global Reach: 35 projects completed, funding $15.5 billion, and generating 17.8 GW of clean energy. - Community Growth: Boosting local economies, job creation, and sustainability aligned with ESG goals. Emerging markets, home to two-thirds of the world’s population, receive less than 20% of green energy funding. Blue Orb closes this gap with scalable, high-impact investments, transforming regions while delivering competitive returns. No trade-offs. High impact. High returns. Join us in creating a sustainable future. Visit Blue-Orb.com or contact us at blue-orb.com/#bookpitch #impactangel #angelinvestors #renewableenergy #impactinvestor #emergingmarkets


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