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Lauryn Poyser is a Senior Associate at Energy Impact Partners, where she focuses on deal execution, due diligence, and sourcing for the firm's Elevate Future Strategy. Prior to assuming this position, she served as an Investor at the Salesforce Ventures Impact Fund, targeting early-stage enterprise software companies that drive measurable environmental and social outcomes. Poyser began her financial career in the Natural Resources Group at Goldman Sachs, advising energy technology clients on complex mergers, acquisitions, and strategic capital raises. Her earlier professional experience includes specialized research positions at the Milken Institute and the Energy Futures Initiative. Additionally, she has co-authored and contributed to published investment perspectives on portfolio companies like Altana AI and Amini. Her current focus centers on financing climate innovation, the global energy transition, and artificial intelligence applications within sustainable supply chain technology.
Lauryn Poyser stands out as a dedicated investor at Salesforce Ventures, where she plays a pivotal role in identifying and nurturing the next generation of enterprise technology leaders. As part of Salesforce's corporate venture capital group, Lauryn is instrumental in extending the company's ecosystem by investing in innovative startups that complement and enhance the broader Salesforce platform.
Her investment focus at Salesforce Ventures is primarily centered on companies developing transformative solutions in the enterprise software space. This includes a keen interest in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and Software as a Service (SaaS) applications. Lauryn seeks out founders and teams who are building scalable, impactful technologies designed to solve complex business challenges and drive digital transformation across various industries. She is particularly drawn to solutions that demonstrate strong product-market fit and have the potential for significant growth within the Salesforce ecosystem or broader enterprise market.
Lauryn Poyser brings a robust background to her role, combining a deep understanding of technology trends with sharp financial acumen. Her career path has equipped her with the analytical skills necessary to evaluate market opportunities, assess technological innovation, and identify high-potential ventures. Prior to her current position, she cultivated expertise in strategic analysis and market development, which now informs her investment decisions at Salesforce Ventures. This foundation allows her to provide valuable guidance and support to portfolio companies, helping them navigate growth challenges and achieve their strategic objectives.
While specific individual investments are often part of a broader team effort at Salesforce Ventures, Lauryn contributes significantly to the firm's impressive portfolio. Salesforce Ventures is known for backing some of the most successful and disruptive companies in the enterprise technology landscape, and Lauryn's work helps to continue this legacy. She is committed to fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurs who are building the future of business technology, ensuring that Salesforce Ventures remains at the forefront of strategic corporate venturing. Her dedication helps promising startups gain access to capital, strategic advice, and the extensive network of Salesforce, accelerating their journey from concept to market leadership.
Lauryn Poyser is an investor at Salesforce Ventures, the corporate venture arm of Salesforce. She focuses on identifying and backing innovative enterprise technology companies.
Lauryn Poyser invests in early to growth-stage companies developing solutions in enterprise software, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data analytics, and Software as a Service (SaaS) applications.
Lauryn Poyser works as an investor at Salesforce Ventures, the venture capital arm of Salesforce.
