Our Team

Paul is Senior Partner emeritus at McKinsey and Company, where he previously led its Global Energy and Materials and Oil & Gas Practices. Over a 25 year career, Paul has served energy and resource clients across North America, Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa on strategy, operations, organization and technology topics. Prior to McKinsey, Paul was an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at UC Berkeley. He is a Founders’ Advisor for The Engine, serves on advisory boards for UC Berkeley, is a member of Goose Capital, and advises several start-ups. Paul received his SB, SM and PhD degrees in mechanical engineering from MIT.

Eric Bielke has been a professional investor in emerging technologies for 11 years, most recently as Director of Temasek’s Emerging Technologies Fund where he led investments across semiconductors, aerospace, and climate. He has served on the boards of more than a dozen emerging technology providers including Eavor Technologies, Orbital Sidekick, Workrise, CarbonFree Chemicals and Sungevity. Before Temasek, Eric was previously with GE Ventures and Next47, focused on enterprise software and enterprise marketplace ideas. Prior to investing, Eric co-founded SoCore Energy, a commercial solar financing and installation provider that was acquired by Engie and spent his early career as a data scientist with Charles River Associates. He has previously served on the advisory boards of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). He holds an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a BA from Dartmouth College.

Irma is a skilled professional with over 20 years of administrative experience. Her diverse expertise spans industries such as Oil and Natural Gas, International Health & Security Risk Management, Banking, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and non-profit organizations. Irma has built a successful career in the administrative sector and advocates for the critical role of Office Management Operations in driving workplace efficiency. She currently serves as the Volunteer Lead and Mentor at Office Experts LLC, a community led entirely by volunteer Administrative Professionals. Irma holds an Associate of Applied Science in Business Technology from Houston Community College and has earned certifications in Leadership, Practical Problem Solving, and is a certified HRCI Human Resources Associate.  

David brings over a decade of technology and startup experience. In his most recent role at Boston Consulting Group, he focused on growth strategy and operations for energy and aerospace clients. Notable work includes executing the F-18 SLM program for the US Navy and standing up a public/private partnership proposal for a hydrogen industrial hub. Prior to BCG, he pursued a PhD in chemical engineering at the University of Southern California where he specialized in carbon fiber composites and cofounded an advanced materials startup. David received his SB in chemical engineering from MIT.