

From intelligent charging and fleet orchestration to fully autonomous vehicles, the next era of mobility depends on deeply integrated software systems that enable electrification and autonomy to scale reliably, efficiently, and profitably.
Join Obvious Ventures and G2 Venture Partners during SF Climate Week for an afternoon of conversations with the leaders building the intelligence layer behind modern transportation. Across two panels, we’ll explore how electrification platforms and autonomous systems are reshaping how people and goods move—and what it truly takes to deploy these technologies in the real world.
Featured Speakers:
Panel: The Intelligence Layer Behind Fleet Electrification
Frances Bell, Founder & CEO, Bidirectional EnergyGagan Dhillon, CEO, Synop JJ Raynor, Co-founder & CFO, Presto
Panel: Deploying Autonomy in the Real World
Bruce Baumgartner, VP Supply Chain, Quality, and Reliability, ZooxDaryn Nakhuda, VP Software Development and Product Management, WaabiNick Nguyen, Director Autonomy Product and Programs, Rivian
The Run:
4:00 PM | Arrival & Check-in4:30 PM | Panel #1 Discussion 5:00 PM | Panel #2 Discussion 5:30 PM | Happy Hour & Networking
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This event is part of a 3-part series hosted by Obvious Ventures during SF Climate Week 2026, exploring how autonomy and electrification converge to bring us an abundant, cleaner future:
April 20: Autonomy in FlightApril 22: Autonomy on WheelsApril 23: Autonomy at Sea
Space is limited so please only RSVP if you intend to join. Priority will be given to founders, operators, and investors in the climate and autonomy space.
By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of SF Climate Week.
Special thank you to Orrick for sponsoring the event series.
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Autonomy on Wheels: Panel & Happy Hour at SFCW is a free independent taking place on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at San Francisco. This independent is organised by Obvious Ventures. Attendance is free — register to secure your spot. The event runs for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
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