Steve Papermaster

Steve Papermaster is a technology entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience in founding, growing, and investing in innovative technology companies. He is currently the Chairman and CEO of Nano, a nanotechnology company focused on developing solutions for pandemic and health security.

Key points about Steve Papermaster:

Professional Experience

• Founder, Chairman and CEO of Nano since 2013
• Chairman and CEO of Powershift Group since 1997
• Co-founder and Chairman of JUCCCE (Joint US China Collaboration on Clean Energy) since 2007
• Previously served as Chairman of companies like Moxie Software and ROME Corporation

Advisory Roles

• Served as a senior advisor to President George W. Bush for two terms
• Member of the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board from 2001 to 2009
• Co-chaired the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology

Entrepreneurial Achievements

• Led five companies from startup through IPO and billion-dollar-plus revenues and market caps
• Founded BSG Corp. (Business Systems Group) in 1987, growing it to over $100M/year in revenue
• Recipient of the Ernst & Young "Entrepreneur of the Year" award

Focus Areas

• Nanotechnology and health security solutions
• Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
• Clean energy and environmental initiatives
• Public policy related to innovation, technology, and science

Speaking and Writing

• Frequent speaker at global conferences and forums
• Co-authored the book "Smart Life" on technology innovation driving social changes

Steve Papermaster's career spans various technology sectors, with a current focus on leveraging nanotechnology for health and pandemic solutions through his role at Nano.123