

Sustainability Founders and Investors Mixer at Rivian Venice
Join us for an exciting evening at Rivian Automotive’s Venice Hub. This event is crafted to bring together entrepreneurs, angels, venture capital decision makers, and ecosystem leads who are passionate about aligning profit with purpose.
We invite you to learn the latest trends in sustainable innovation from accomplished peers and make meaningful connections with like-minded founders and investors.
Through curated discussions, interactive experiences, and a panel discussion, this is a unique opportunity to connect with impact-driven entrepreneurs and investors.
Speakers:
Vaugh Blake: Partner at Blue Bear Capital, a venture and growth equity investor focused on supporting innovative businesses in the energy supply chain.
Nicole Hagen: Investor at Angeleno Group, a pioneer in providing growth capital for next generation clean energy and climate solutions companies.
Shomik Dutta: Managing Partner at Overture Ventures, an early-stage climate tech venture fund with a hyper-differentiated edge. They invest in climate startups and focus on helping those founders win government support and navigate regulatory complexity.
Kevin Noertker: Founder and CEO at Ampaire, an aerospace company launching the first hybrid-electric aircraft to the market.
Agenda:
6:00pm - 6:30pm: Check in + a word from our partners at Rivian. Early walk-ins are welcome.
6:30pm - 6:50pm: Light networking and introductions
6:50pm - 7:10pm: Panel discussion
7:10pm - End: More networking and deeper conversations
Event Highlights:
Meaningful Connections: Network with founders, angels, and VCs who are passionate about making an impact.
Panel Discussion: Gain deep insight from industry experts into current VC market trends and issues surrounding the future of the intersection between AI and sustainability.
The Rivian Experience: Meet our amazing partners who are committed to Rivian’s mission for green innovation and have provided us this excellent space to host. Get a chance to explore these versatile, high-end vehicles and their exciting new technology.
Who should attend?
accomplished tech entrepreneurs who are making an impact
VC fund ecosystem leads
High Net Worth Individuals who are active LPs in funds or syndicates
Accredited angel investors
VC fund managing partners or directors
Family office investment team members
Dress code: business casual
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the LA Climate Week Organizers.