
Serena Dao
Fractional Project Manager: Sustainability and Impact Investing
Dooner Social Ventures
Serena Dao is a dynamic climate tech professional with over seven years of experience spanning biotechnology, carbon sequestration, and sustainable ventures. With a B.S. in Chemistry and Physics from Northeastern University and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon, she bridges the gap between scientific innovation and business strategy. Serena’s career has taken her from pioneering biotech at Ginkgo Bioworks to leading carbon removal projects at Living Carbon. In Venture Captial, she has evaluated early stage cutting-edge climate solutions and developed sustainable investment frameworks for major institutions. Her professional achievements have been recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 and Amazon’s global AI conference. Passionate about leveraging technology to combat climate change, Serena is dedicated to accelerating the transition to a low-carbon economy. Outside of work you can find her climbing, thrift shopping, or sipping a cup tea.