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I am a versatile researcher, analyst, and technical lead with more than a decade of experience tackling novel problems at the intersection of modeling, GIS analysis, remote sensing, and ground truth data. I work effectively across science, engineering, and product disciplines, and I excel in helping colleagues grow in their scientific creativity and technical proficiency.
At both Indigo Ag and Ceres Imaging, I managed teams of scientists dedicated to improving sustainability outcomes and growers' bottom lines. Prior to my career in industry, I completed my PhD at Stanford University, researching the response of crop yields to climatic drivers. I've employed a wide range of statistical and machine learning models across my experience in both academia and industry, with a sharp focus on understanding the crux of the problem and matching it with the right tools for the job.
Above all, I take pride in being an empathetic, encouraging, and enthusiastic teammate who’s known for multiplying impact and going above and beyond to help colleagues do their best work. I’m excited to learn more about how I can contribute to your mission and team. 
Heal the planet 🌱
David is a computational scientist and entrepreneur working at the intersection of Earth/planetary sciences, AI, and climate. His career has focused on applying technology to address global challenges.
As the co-founder & Chief Product Officer of Perennial, David currently leads the development of satellite and AI-based solutions for measuring agricultural greenhouse gases. He has spent 10 years in the climate solutions space on topics ranging from atmospheric modeling to carbon removal. Previously, he contributed to the search for life on Mars at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory as a software development lead. His work in climate tech, ag tech, and space exploration has been featured by Forbes, TIME, Fast Company, WIRED, and NASA. 
Jay is an investor and advisor specializing in climate change strategies, project finance, and early-stage business growth and strategy. As the managing principal at Novus Group, he is a co-founder to a carbon credit fund, co-founder and investor in an industrial scale green ammonia facility, and investor in several tech companies. His work at the intersection of finance, climate science, and technology draws from his unconventional background in horticulture, emerging-market economies, and urban infrastructure development.
In 2005, Fossett founded his advisory firm, focusing on investment strategy for emerging-market enterprises and facilitating their transition to a green economy. He has a remarkable track record of raising capital in the burgeoning climate-smart solutions market and acts as a vital intermediary bridging the gap between scientists and economists, enabling large-scale climate change mitigation efforts. Amid the urgent need for climate action, Fossett remains committed to expediting solutions that will have a lasting positive impact on the planet's health. 
