VentureFuel: VC Fireside + Mixer

​"Fail Fast, Scale Smart: De-Risking Deep Tech Startups in Sustainability"

​Join us for an insightful conversation on the challenges and opportunities of scaling deep tech startups in sustainability on January 8th at 5 pm in Room 353 Durand Building. This event features Joshua Posamentier, Managing Partner at Congruent Ventures, and Pae Wu, General Partner at SOSV and Chief Scientist at IndieBio, two leaders driving innovation at the intersection of technology and sustainability.

​Joshua brings over 25 years of experience in building and funding transformative companies in energy, mobility, and sustainable production, with a focus on de-risking early-stage innovations. Pae combines her expertise in synthetic biology, bioelectronic medicine, and novel materials with a proven track record of guiding startups from lab to market. Together, they will explore strategies for navigating the “valley of death,” securing smart capital, and balancing rapid iteration with long-term vision.

​This event is perfect for founders, investors, and innovators passionate about turning groundbreaking ideas into impactful, scalable solutions. Learn how to overcome the hurdles of deep tech commercialization while aligning innovation with sustainability goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights from two experts shaping the future of sustainable entrepreneurship.