Paul Austin

Partner, Fort Capital Partners

Four great minds, one great cleantech mission: since 2023, Fort Capital have facilitated $1.9B+ in cleantech capital raises, guided IPO and M&A decisions, and invested in milestone-making companies. With coast-to-coast geographic coverage spanning renewable energy, sustainable tech, and clean transportation, the company combines strategic advisory, M&A expertise, and ecosystem leadership to scale businesses and shape Canada’s clean economy.

Leading Western Canadian initiatives at the company, Paul has supported companies including Elemental Trucks and Poseidon Ocean Systems, enabling growth equity, strategic partnerships, and operational scaling. His advisory spans business modeling, capital structuring, and exit planning, with Poseidon achieving over 50% annual revenue growth under his guidance. Paul’s work ensures cleantech companies have the opportunity to transition from innovation to commercial success while fostering ecosystem-wide development across Canada.