Testimonials

February 28, 2011

CEI Testimonial

“Community Energy was impressed by the expertise, diligence and deep network SJF Ventures demonstrated in leading our $6 MM Series A round. After the investment, SJF has been active on the board in the recruitment of new independent Directors, strategic insights on expansion, industry and finance referrals, and market intelligence. […]

July 22, 2010

ERC testimonial

As we execute our growth strategy, we are pleased to have SJF Ventures as an investor and value their history, long-term commitment and deep expertise in cleantech, sustainability, reuse and recycling.

March 22, 2010

BB Hobbs Testimonial

“When we looked for an equity investor for our company that shared our values and vision, SJF Ventures was the natural choice. They saw the promise early that B. B. Hobbs could help its agricultural customers produce more fruit and vegetables on less land with less water and fertilizer. They […]

March 22, 2010

CleanScapes testimonial

“We had capital from a strong local investment community. However, we really liked SJF’s years of experience and deep connections in our industry. We were attracted to the idea of bringing on an institutional investor who shared our vision and could help us realize it.”

March 22, 2010

Ryla Testimonial

“I didn’t want to take venture capital, though. I thought the VC industry was predatory. I didn’t like what it stood for, and I didn’t think venture capitalists would share my vision…But the Elpis group told me about a new type of VC. They introduced us to SJF.”

March 22, 2010

EdMap testimonial

“SJF Ventures has been a great venture capital partner and board member for ED MAP. They share our philosophy of creating a win-win workplace in rural Appalachia that provides superior service and educational resources to our customers. They have rolled up their sleeves and helped on M&A, financing, option plans, […]

March 22, 2010

Fieldview Testimonial

“I was nervous about working with venture. I was half-way expecting the worse, but Arrun and I struck a great chord from the get go and he just felt like the right partner. He was honest and spoke to me straight.”

March 18, 2010

groSolar Testimonial

SJF Ventures has worked with groSolar since our first exploration of venture financing. SJF led our Series A and participated in our Series B financing. SJF principals have tremendous knowledge and expertise in the Cleantech sector and their contributions to our management recruiting, M&A work, and follow-on financing have been […]

March 18, 2010

Rustic Crust Testimonial

SJF has been a tremendous asset to Rustic Crust. From the time of their initial investment to our most recent round of financing, SJF has proven to be a true partner. The experience that SJF has brought to the board room and the support they have shown the company has […]

March 18, 2010

Media Math Testimonial

When MediaMath spoke with a number of venture capital firms about expansion capital, SJF Ventures quickly stood out as an investor that would add value and serve as a trusted friend to the firm. It has been the type of partner that we were seeking.