Gregg Rotenberg

Chief Executive Officer at Kairos Aerospace

Gregg Rotenberg has extensive work experience in various leadership roles. Gregg is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Kairos Aerospace since May 2022. Prior to this, they worked as an Operating Partner at Energy Innovation Capital from July 2021. In this role, they provided strategic advisory and board representation to high-growth portfolio companies in the Energy Transition and Sustainability technology market.

From 2014 to 2021, Rotenberg served as the Chief Executive Officer and President at Smart Wires, Inc. At Smart Wires, they built a team that revolutionized global power grids, enabling increased renewable power. The company became publicly traded and received recognition for its grid innovation. Gregg also worked at Chevron Renewable Power from 2008 to 2014, where they held positions such as VP Strategy and General Manager Renewable Power Business Unit, Vice President of Strategy and Marketing, and Advisor to the President. During their tenure, they successfully invested in utility-scale renewable energy projects and exceeded business plan targets.

Before that, Rotenberg was the Director at Keystone Strategy, a leading tech strategy firm, from 2003 to 2008. Gregg co-founded the firm, serving clients including major technology companies. Gregg also worked as the Managing Director - Healthcare at Model N from 2001 to 2003 and as the Managing Director at idealab from 2000 to 2001, where they improved the commercial offerings and strategies of portfolio companies.

Rotenberg began their career at Express Scripts in 1996, where they held the role of Division President. Gregg ran divisions and played a key role in building one of the first online pharmacies, leading to its successful sale in a major transaction.

Overall, Rotenberg's work experience showcases their expertise in leadership, strategy, and driving innovation and growth in various industries, including energy, technology, and healthcare.

Gregg Rotenberg completed their Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) degree in Accounting and Finance from The Wharton School, which took place from 1985 to 1988. Following this, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Finance and Marketing from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management from 1994 to 1995.

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    May, 2022 - present

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