Investments in
new energy technology
Susten is an investment group with deep expertise in technologies addressing critical bottlenecks in power systems.
Examples: advanced battery technologies, energy storage, asset optimisation, flexibility and grid intelligence.
Venture Capital
Partnering with ready-to-scale startups in Europe that are making the energy transition happen with digital-first solutions
Listed Equity
Investments in companies that derive a significant portion of their revenues from sustainable energy or innovative energy infrastructure solutions
Team of dedicated professionals
Partner, CEO
Chrys Vakla
- Skilled in finding and creating business opportunities and partnerships;
- 20 years in Banking. Senior roles in Credit Suisse and Royal Bank of Canada;
- Experienced in developing strategy and teams;
- Experienced Board member actively working with Management to help them grow. Board positions include an energy tech firm, a chemical company, an angel investor club in tech start ups, and others;
- She is passionate about being part of the growth story of talented Management teams.
Partner, CIO
David Herne
- Founder of investment management company Halcyon (2003) which managed approx. USD 1 billion in emerging market securities. David left Halcyon in 2022 to join Susten;
- Previously held senior roles at Brunswick Capital Management, Unifund, Credit Suisse, Boston Consulting Group;
- Holds a BA from Harvard University;
- Lived in Los Angeles, Shanghai, Boston, Moscow, London and Andermatt;
- Love mountains, the ocean, physical activity, intellectual excitement!