Jeff Lawson of Inertia Discusses Transition from Software to Fusion Energy at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Jeff Lawson, co-founder and CEO of fusion energy startup Inertia, will speak at the TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 event in San Francisco. Known for his role in scaling Twilio into a public company with over $4 billion in revenue, Lawson is now tackling deep tech challenges related to bringing fusion power to the grid. In February 2025, Inertia secured a $450 million Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners. The funding supports laser system development and mass production of fusion fuel targets. The company has also opened a large facility in Livermore, California, and recruited leaders from major tech firms to build its manufacturing capabilities. Lawson’s session will explore how his experience in software entrepreneurship applies—or doesn’t apply—to the challenges of scaling an energy technology business. Attendees can expect insights into leadership strategies for deep-tech ventures.
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