Van Espahbodi

Van Espahbodi is an accomplished investor and advisor, currently serving as a partner at Generational Partners, where they focus on pre-seed and seed-stage investments in industrial technology startups. They also hold advisory roles at Proteus Space, Inc. and VentureScope, contributing to innovative solutions in the aerospace and defense sectors. Previously, Van co-founded and managed Starburst Aerospace and served as Chairman of the Board at Morf3D Inc., strengthening advancements in additive manufacturing. Their early career includes positions as an account director at NATS and in international business development at Raytheon Technologies, along with experience as a legislative aide in the U.S. House of Representatives.