investor in human & planetary health | founding vp engineering @gradientcomfort | loves robots, art, and technology that matters | supporter of girls in STEM
Congratulations Techno-Optimists, all seems to be going as planned…
Black people, including children, across the country are being singled out and called upon to report to plantations.
Who knew that in 2024, we’d have bots doing the hate crimes for us.
Applications are now open for Designer Fund Partnership—the best design support and investment offer for Pre-seed to Series A startups.
Up to $1 million in funding with flexible ownership terms. On-demand office hours tailored to what you need, instead of a fixed program. ↓
We’ve curated a list of some of the best accelerators, fellowships and programs for early-stage founders, organized by upcoming deadlines.
All are currently accepting applications ↓
Last week, the @EPA announced federal limits for PFAS in drinking water. https://t.co/zly09vIajS
For a brief history of forever chemicals and their effects on our health and environmental, see my introduction to Our Plastics Problem.
https://t.co/A1NzXuOscX
“Plastic waste is a design flaw.”
@swaythefuture is leading the charge in creating materials that replenish the planet—starting with their seaweed-based packaging.
Learn more about Sway's vision and how designers can contribute to a better planet👇https://t.co/qOkBrxLiLm
It's here! Our online silent auction and raffle to benefit @BerkeleyPublic is now live. Items include getaways, wine, restaurant gift certificates, artwork, and Grace Linn's Targeted & Banned quilt! Bid and purchase raffle tickets by March 3rd, 7pm PT. https://t.co/j7lbDYm9Y6
Local East Bay artists @YuliaPink and @rahanboxley have also donated original pieces to benefit the Library! Buy raffle tickets here: https://t.co/5PTxkmqKXt
are you hacking on something on the side? in the "-1 to 0" stage? looking for co-founders? or just wanna co-work with smart ppl?
i'm hosting a "co-working & co-founder matching" day with @AforeVC in sf next weekend - super low-stakes / unstructured
rsvp: https://t.co/V9sCa01t5q
This was actually the v1 … I especially love the US flag inspired saris, and montage of famous looking Indian Americans. The Obama-Biden hybrid President with crazy hands is probably the best part though. https://t.co/fnbWMXcBwk
I thought @POTUS had a really nice Diwali message, it was just missing some color…so here’s some randomness with help
from @usecapitol … AI is still learning how to do hands (unless we’re all like Agni and can conjure flames from our fingertips!)🤗🔥
https://t.co/Cyn9l3UoZZ
At @gradientcomfort, I led the product development of efficient user-installable AC/heat pumps. No permits nor holes in the wall required! Just this week, @POTUS got to see some of the fruits of that labor at @WHOSTP's Demo Day at the @WhiteHouse! https://t.co/xppyLQegFY
We’re excited to welcome Santhi Analytis (@dranalytis) as Venture Fellow to our team! As a founder, engineering leader, and angel investor, she brings a deep understanding of what it takes to build exceptional products and teams from 0 to 1. https://t.co/3FtQiH4b8w
Investing in your brand is a big decision, and that’s even more true for startups.
We asked @Goodside_Studio's @daniellelaroy and @jstrelioff for their advice on maximizing the ROI of your rebrand—from nailing the timing to setting up the right process: https://t.co/OhVttOyMsb
Too much fun! Definitely the most lively pitch event I've ever been part of, mostly thanks to @soyathecow! The startup founders were pretty talented too 😉 https://t.co/RkmWWtXWQk