Founder & Market Validation Specialist

Most founders waste 12–24 months building products that the market simply doesn’t want. With 42% of startups failing due to a lack of market need, Dr Chloe Sharp has dedicated her career to ensuring climate and deep tech founders avoid becoming part of that statistic. She helps seed-stage innovators validate their market and gather concrete evidence of demand before they commit serious capital to development.

Chloe brings a formidable blend of academic rigour and entrepreneurial grit to her work. Holding a PhD in research methodology, she applies a systematic approach to customer research, testing, and experimentation. Her methodology is further distilled in her book, ‘Make Products That Matter’, which serves as a definitive guide for founders looking to bridge the gap between innovation and market fit.

With over a decade of experience helping innovation-driven companies avoid costly missteps, Chloe’s professional background is extensive:

  • Entrepreneurial Success: Co-founder of SnapOut and Research Lead at an AI product studio (2017–2021).
  • Funding Expertise: She has secured over £10M in grant funding for her clients and held SME leadership roles at MPA and GrantTree.
  • Industry Impact: She has partnered with prestigious accelerators and hubs, including Silicon Roundabout, the Amazon Sustainability Accelerator, Carbon13, and Science Creates, supporting over 100 early-stage founders.
  • Future-Focused: As an AI trainer for productivity (howweuse.ai), she integrates cutting-edge tools to optimise the validation process.

Starting in January 2026, Chloe is soft-launching her Market Validation and Grant Funding Programme. Designed specifically for seed-stage founders preparing to commit capital or apply for major grants, the programme provides the evidence-based confidence required to build the right product for the right market.

Connect with Chloe: To discuss your project or secure evidence for your next build, contact Chloe at chloe@sharp-insight.co.uk or book a 30-minute discovery call here.