VERGE 24 Pre-Kickoff: Panel & Networking on AI and Climate Innovation
Kick off VERGE 2024 with an inspiring panel and networking event focused on addressing climate challenges through global ambition, innovation, and investment. Join leading climate and technology experts from the Nordic, Bay Area, and climate investor communities—including pioneering AI founders and visionary venture capitalists —as we explore the transformative potential of AI and other globally scalable solutions to mitigate the climate crisis. Emphasizing collaborative and creative approaches, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with peers and thought leaders, exchanging insights from diverse regions to accelerate climate action.
Those attending are invited to cowork from 9Zero for the day–beat the traffic, grab a coffee and a meeting room, and start getting connecting to the climate community at 9Zero!
Agenda:
5:30 PM - Doors open
6:00 PM - Panel
6:40 PM - Q&A
6:50 PM - Networking hosted by 9Zero
Panelists:
Helena Merk — Co-Founder & CEO @Streamline Climate
Aaron Rose — Founder @Global Tactics & Principal @GT Ventures
Jill Sherman — Co-Founder & Venture Partner @TheFounderVC
Alfred Mandel — 3X Founder, Investor, & Startup Advisor
Moderator, Johanna Behm — Co-Founder & CEO @UpCycleo
About Finlandia Foundation SF Bay Area: We envision a future where the Finnish culture of innovation shines brightly in the Bay Area. By championing Finnish heritage and pioneering spirit, we harness the power of arts, technology, and community for the betterment of the world. Learn more at https://finlandiasf.org/
About 9Zero: Launched during San Francisco Climate Week 2024, 9Zero is uniting the climate community. Starting with coworking and events, we’re solving for connectivity to get everyone moving faster. Startups, investors, corporations, service providers, policymakers, academics: if you’re working toward a healthier, more resilient world, you belong at 9Zero. Join the community at www.9Zero.com.
We do not offer refunds for this event. While we understand plans can change, no-shows result in wasted food and prevent others from attending when we're at capacity. Our ticketing policy helps ensure committed attendance and allows us to plan effectively!