Brian Berzin
Thea Energy
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Brian Berzin is a Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Thea Energy. Brian Berzin has a diverse background as both an operator and investor, spanning deep tech, venture capital, private equity, and investment banking. While at Aeterna Capital Partners, Brian grew a multi-family office investing across venture capital and private equity opportunities. Brian also has deep experience within the privately funded fusion industry, previously serving as a Vice President and Officer of General Fusion. During his time at General Fusion, Brian led various initiatives including corporate and commercialization strategy as well as engagement with capital markets. Prior to his time at General Fusion, Brian worked within Houlihan Lokey’s Private Growth Equity Capital group, helping to grow venture-stage technology companies. Brian also previously worked in Houlihan Lokey’s Corporate Finance investment banking group. Prior to his time in growth equity and investment banking, he founded two businesses focusing on switching power supplies and LED lighting technology. Brian is a graduate of Lehigh University with degrees in Electrical Engineering and Finance. As part of the Martindale Center for the Study of Private Enterprise, he also published research on the European sovereign debt crisis.