Sam Ruben

Sam Ruben, MBA, MPA, is an accomplished strategic advisor and entrepreneur with extensive experience in sustainability and business development. Currently serving as a Strategic Advisor for several organizations, including Ouros Materials, Thrasos 3D, and Refugio, Sam is also a Co-Founder and Chief Business Development Officer at HyWatts. Additionally, Sam is actively involved with the World Economic Forum as a core member of the G20 Sustainability Taskforce, focusing on developing model policies aimed at reducing Embodied Carbon in the Built Environment. With a strong background in venture capital as a Co-Founder and Senior Sustainability Advisor at BuildTech VC, Sam is also an angel investor in multiple sustainable startups. Educational credentials include an MBA/MPA in Sustainability Management from Presidio Graduate School and a B.A. in Political Science and Economics from Vassar College.