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Key people at Imperative Ventures.
Imperative Ventures was founded in 2019 by Tom Erickson (Managing Partner & Co-Founder) and Pulakesh Mukherjee (Co-Founder & Managing Partner).
Imperative Ventures operates as a venture capital firm, strategically investing in startups across the energy, agriculture, chemicals, and related innovation sectors, guiding them from initial lab experiments through global expansions and eventual IPOs. The firm's investment strategy is centered on identifying and supporting companies poised to deliver transformative solutions within these essential industries, emphasizing long-term impact and sustainable growth. While specific financial metrics, such as total assets under management or the valuation of its portfolio companies, are not publicly disclosed, Imperative Ventures is recognized for its focused approach to industrial deep tech. Key personnel include co-founder Pulakesh, who contributes extensive experience from his prior role at BASF Venture Capital, alongside Constance Paiement, serving as the firm's CFO and General Counsel, and Pamela Milliren, the Controller. The firm's commitment lies in fostering innovation and scaling ventures that address critical global challenges within its specialized domains.
Imperative Ventures was founded in 2019 by Tom Erickson (Managing Partner & Co-Founder) and Pulakesh Mukherjee (Co-Founder & Managing Partner).
Imperative Ventures has 2 tracked investments across 2 companies. The latest tracked deal is $115.0M Series C in Zanskar in January 2026.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 21, 2026 | Zanskar | $115.0M Series C | Jason Scott | ALL Aboard Fund, Carica Sustainable Investments, Clearvision Ventures, Cross Creek Advisors, GVP Climate, Lowercarbon Capital, Munich RE Ventures, Andrew Beebe, Orion Industrial Ventures, Safar Partners, Stepstone Group, Susquehanna Sustainable Investments, Tranquillion, Union Square Ventures, University Growth Fund, UP.Partners |
| Apr 29, 2021 | Solidia Technologies | $78.0M Other Equity | Imperative Ventures, Zero Carbon Partners | BP, Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Ogci Climate Investments, Piva Capital, Prelude Ventures |
Key people at Imperative Ventures.