Neal Rickner

Neal Rickner currently serves as the CEO of Airloom Energy, leading a team focused on creating low-cost utility-scale wind power. In addition, Rickner is the CEO and Director at BridgeTek Energy, a global provider of battery integration services and software for e-mobility and energy storage solutions. As a Partner at Elevation Ventures, Rickner mobilizes capital to support climate tech and sustainability initiatives. Furthermore, as an Investor at Seafire Capital, investments are made in aerospace, electrification, and mobility sectors. Previously, Rickner held the role of Chief Operating Officer at Makani, managing comprehensive operational and business activities for the company. Additionally, Rickner has significant experience from positions at X, Google, the United States Senate, and the United States Marine Corps, along with advanced degrees from top educational institutions, including Columbia Business School.