Quilt, Furno Materials, and RA Capital Management Take Center Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

Launching a new product is always challenging, but doing it in an industry dominated by tech giants requires even more than just innovation – it demands boldness, sharp strategy, and the ability to scale quickly. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2024, taking place at Moscone West in San Francisco from October 28-30, we’re bringing together three experts who are doing exactly that while tackling one of the world’s greatest challenges: climate change.

We’re excited to welcome Paul Lambert, founder and CEO of Quilt; Gurinder Nagra, CEO of Furno Materials; and Brigid O’Brien, managing partner at RA Capital Management to our Builder’s Stagelineup at Disrupt 2024. They’ll share the strategies that have allowed them to take on the incumbents and explore how startups can differentiate themselves, turn legacy players’ weaknesses into competitive advantages, and make the bold decisions necessary to scale in industries that haven’t changed in decades.

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Meet the Speakers

Paul Lambert, Founder and CEO, Quilt

Drawing on his experience building successful companies and having assembled a world-class team from Google, Nest, and Tesla, Paul Lambert is now leading the charge at Quilt in developing a design-forward, smart home climate solution. With thousands of homeowners on the waitlist and $33 million in Series A funding, Quilt is on the verge of revolutionizing a market long dominated by fossil-fuel-based systems by making sustainable home heating more intuitive and efficient.

Gurinder Nagra, CEO, Furno Materials

At Furno Materials, Gurinder Nagra is reimagining cement production – one of the world’s most carbon-heavy industries. Leaning into his extensive scientific education from the University of New South Wales and Stanford University, he’s leveraging novel combustion technologies to create energy-efficient, zero-emission cement plants that are modular and compact, setting a new standard for the future of sustainable infrastructure.

Brigid O’Brien, Managing Partner, RA Capital Management

Brigid O’Brien at RA Capital Management is committed to driving investments in companies focused on planetary health. With extensive experience in decarbonizing operations at BHP, the world’s largest mining company, O’Brien brings unmatched expertise in scaling technologies that address climate challenges. At BHP Ventures, she spearheaded investments in innovative areas such as biomining, green steel, and sustainable resource extraction, positioning her at the forefront of sustainable industrial transformation.

Secure Your Seat at Disrupt 2024

This panel offers a rare opportunity to learn how to outmaneuver established competitors, scale innovation, and deliver transformative products in legacy industries – all while framing these activities around saving the planet. Secure your seat at Disrupt 2024 today to learn how these visionary leaders are driving the next wave of market disruption.

Topics

Climate: The impact of climate change on businesses and society
Startups: How startups can innovate in legacy industries
TechCrunch Disrupt 2024: The premier event for startup founders, investors, and industry experts
Scaling Innovation: Strategies for rapid growth and adoption

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