Chris Pimentel

Branch Chief · SpaceWERX Ventures

Chris Pimentel is the Branch Chief for SpaceWERX Ventures, which comprises both Portfolio Management and SBIR Execution. Chris has a broad career within business operations, consulting, and the space industry. Chris is a former Marine Corps infantry officer and serves part time as the Mayor of El Segundo, California. He is a graduate and Echols Scholar at the University of Virginia. (edited)

Sessions

Thu, Aug 27, 2:00 PM CDT – Aug 27, 2:45 PM CDT

Texas and Dual-Use Innovation Across Domains

Texas is more than a launchpad—it’s a proving ground for dual-use innovation at scale. This capstone session brings together startups, the Texas Space Commission, DoD leaders, national security investors, and end-users to chart a path from …