🎙️ In this episode of the GrowthExpertz ⁠Funded, Now What?! Podcast your host AndrewStartups sits down with Wei-Chi Lee, the Co-Founder & COO of PHNXX a cutting-edge Australian startup that's just raised $1.8 million to create the world's first "Grid In a Box" portable solar power stations. Their modular, AI-integrated solutions help traditional old school industries transition toward a greener, more sustainable future. With over a decade of experience in the energy, mining, oil, and gas sectors, and a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering, Wei-Chi is leading the charge in embedding renewable energy and sustainable technologies into industries that desperately need innovation. At PHNXX, he spearheads operational, financial, business development, and strategic efforts—building partnerships, securing funding, and ensuring every solution they deliver is tailored, scalable, and impactful. Tune in as we dive into: ✅ How PHNXX is transforming legacy industries through AI and modular tech ✅ Wei-Chi’s journey from the energy sector to cleantech entrepreneurship ✅ The importance of collaboration and team empowerment in a deep-tech startup ✅ Fundraising lessons and navigating complex client and stakeholder relationships ✅ Why sustainability isn’t a buzzword—it’s the future of operational efficiency Of course, Andrew shares tactical startup growth advice throughout the episode to help any founder make the most of their funding round. If you're a climate tech enthusiast, founder, or investor looking for scalable solutions to today’s biggest environmental challenges, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. About the show: Funded, Now What?! is the ultimate startup podcast for founders, entrepreneurs, and growth-focused leaders. It’s the world’s only show that interviews *recently funded* founders to uncover how they raised millions — and gives them tactical advice on how to spend it wisely for maximum growth. About GrowthExpertz: After driving growth for his third VC-backed exit in 2016, Andrew Lee Miller (@andrewstartups) founded GrowthExpertz, a Fractional Expert Consultancy for early-stage startups and tech companies looking to scale without paying bloated full-time salaries. With over a dozen 8–9 figure valuation projects, exits, and nearly 100 success stories, GrowthExpertz helps companies dominate in marketing, product, HR, and more. Why Fractional Consultants? Harvard Business Review found that startups using fractional execs see up to 50% faster growth thanks to their cost-effective expertise and strategic firepower. Learn more: www.growthexpertz.com/letschat