Since cofounding climate tech accelerator Launch Alaska in 2016, CEO Isaac Vanderburg has dedicated himself to building his organization’s systems, processes, and programs from scratch. In his commitment to climate innovation and building resilient, sustainable communities, Isaac works with high-tech startups, raising major investment rounds and tackling energy, transportation, and industrial challenges. During his sabbatical, he will hike Scotland’s 96-mile West Highland Way, dedicate time to playing music with his children, and map out his family’s genealogy.