Join us for this months speaker series on 4/16 focusing on Leadership Transitions in High-Growth Tech Companies. As deep-tech startups scale, leadership needs evolve. How do technical founders know when it’s time to transition leadership? How can companies ensure a smooth shift while maintaining momentum?
Bridger Photonics, a leader in methane detection technology, recently made a strategic leadership transition amid record growth. In the next SMT Speaker Series event, Founder Pete Roos and new CEO Ben Little will share their insights on:
- Why leadership transitions are critical during scale-up phases
- How technical founders can assess the right time to bring in a new CEO
- What skills are required at different stages of growth
- Lessons learned from Bridger Photonics’ experience
This discussion is tailored for founders, engineers, and entrepreneurs navigating the complexities of scaling a high-tech company while balancing leadership evolution.
In conversation with: Pete Roos, Founder of Bridger Photonics
Dr. Pete Roos is Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Bridger Photonics. Dr. Roos couples a passion for making emissions reduction simple for the oil and natural gas community with a background in laser physics and LiDAR. Dr. Roos founded Bridger in 2006 alongside two graduate school colleagues and for 18 years led Bridger’s growth and continued innovation as CEO. Under his leadership, Bridger partnered with energy producers and operators to drive large-scale emissions reductions across the globe. In 2025, Dr. Roos transitioned to Chief Innovation Officer to lead Bridger’s innovative approaches in technology and emissions reduction strategies.