During SF Climate Week, join the French-American Chamber of Commerce California SF-LA for an engaging panel discussion hosted by the High Tech and Sustainability Committees: “Can Startups Thrive with Sustainability as a Core Principle? A New Playbook for Growth and Impact”
The traditional startup playbook prioritizes rapid growth, often at the expense of sustainability. But is that still the only path to success?
This panel discussion will explore whether startups can embed sustainability into their DNA from day one while remaining competitive—and whether established companies can pivot toward sustainability without sacrificing profitability.
Is there a tradeoff between growth-first and planet-first? Or can companies truly “do good and do well”? What are the real barriers—funding, consumer demand, or execution? And ultimately, what does a new playbook for sustainability-driven startups look like?
This conversation will provide founders, investors, and business leaders with tangible insights into navigating the intersection of profit and purpose.
Panelists include:
– Eric Buatois, General Partner at BGV
– Simon Boag, Co-founder & Co-CEO, Aro Homes
– Zoé Bezpalko, Senior Sustainability Manager, Product Design and Manufacturing, Autodesk
Join this thought-provoking discussion and discover how businesses can drive both impact and innovation in a rapidly changing world.
Date: Wednesday 23 April 2025 – 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: Planisware, 555 Montgomery Street, Suite 1300, 94111, San Francisco
Register here
