Company Description
Palmetto is a leading clean tech company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a clean energy future. With a belief that consumers can have it all, we are an uncompromising energy company that makes coming clean a no brainer. Our award-winning technology platform empowers homeowners, businesses, and entrepreneurs to adopt renewable energy through simple, scalable, and innovative solutions. Operating at the intersection of B2B and D2C, we offer software, financial products, and services that drive real environmental impact—without compromising value. We deliver end-to-end solutions for whole home electrification that put clean energy within reach for all.
Our employees are our most valuable resource. We foster a promote-from-within culture that prioritizes talent development, career growth, and purpose-driven work. Palmetto offers a comprehensive benefits package—including unlimited PTO, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, retirement plans, and more—so you can have it all both personally and professionally. Palmetto prioritizes people, planet, and profit—backed by a culture that values collaboration, impact, and balance. Join us in building a brighter, cleaner world.
Location
Charlotte, NC preferred; remote acceptable.
Reporting
This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer and partners closely with the Founder & CEO and Board of Directors.
Summary of Role
Palmetto is seeking a Vice President of Investor Relations to own and lead all investor communication and engagement for the company. This role will serve as the primary bridge between Palmetto and its investors, capital partners, and the broader investment community. This role will own Palmetto’s investor narrative, translating strategy, performance, and long-term value creation into clear, compelling, and credible messaging, and acts as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on how the company is positioned externally.
Strategic & Tactical
- Manage all investor communication and reporting across equity and debt investors
- Own Palmetto’s investor strategy end-to-end
- Own the preparation of investor and capital raise materials, including pitch decks, investor presentations, FAQs, and leadership talking points
- Lead the development of investor-facing narrative, framing, and messaging
- Serve as the primary point of contact for investors and external market participants
- Attend investor conferences and represent the company in meetings and events
- Develop and own proactive relationships with sell-side analysts and relevant members of the investment community
- Partner closely with the Founder/CEO, and CFO to prepare for investor meetings, conference, and capital raise processes
- Provide insights to leadership and the Board on investor sentiment, market perception, and peer activity
- Engage cross-functionally with FP&A, Legal, etc. to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment in all investor materials
- Support capital raises, financing events, and major corporate milestones, including investor diligence and messaging
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Communications, or related field; advanced degree (MBA or similar) preferred
- 10+ years of experience in Investor Relations, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, Equity Research, or related field
- Demonstrated experience owning investor-facing messaging and senior-level communications
- Executive presence and credibility in high-stakes, external-facing conversations
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex information into clear narratives
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Palmetto embraces diversity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
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What We Do
Palmetto is committed to the creation of a distributed, decentralized energy source we call The New Utility, which will replace the fossil-fueled, centralized energy model of The Old Utility. We are working towards this democratization of energy by putting power and control back in the hands of consumers and inspiring them to make environmentally responsible choices. To this end, Palmetto has developed a clean energy marketplace, with proprietary technology designed to make it easier and more affordable for homeowners to source their energy from renewables like solar power. We have developed products that reduce costs and drive widespread distribution of simple energy management solutions. Palmetto is a triple bottom line, fully distributed company with teammates throughout the United States.
