Spencer Stensrude
AgTech Investor
Spencer Stensrude
AgTech Investor
Mason City, Iowa
Overview
Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer
2019 - Current
Leading a small team to make high-impact venture capital investments in AgTech startups while building an ecosystem of innovation around the farmer.
VP of Investment
2017 - 2019
Highlight: Working with inspirational founders every day. Lead internal investment process. Build strategic relationships with industry partners. Launch farmer-focused strategic initiatives.
Investment Analyst
2016 - 2017
Source, Evaluate, Close, and Monitor seed investments in AgTech startups.
Farmer
2015
Highlight: Connection to the land.
Board Member
2018
Support startup founders in tackling big opportunities. Listen to challenges. Lend expertise when possible.
Investor
2007
Highlight: Recognized and took action in pursuit of a cyclical opportunity.
Small Business Builder
2015 - 2016
Highlight: Supported founder through a mid-market merger.
Credit Analyst
2012 - 2015
Highlight: Navigated mid-market renewable energy asset acquisition.