Sam Arons
About Sam Arons
Sam Arons serves as the VP of Business Operations & Strategy at Gage Zero and holds an advisory position on the Board of Directors at QScale. With extensive experience in sustainability and energy, he has previously worked at Lyft and Google, contributing significantly to their environmental initiatives.
Current Role at Gage Zero
Sam Arons serves as the Vice President of Business Operations and Strategy at Gage Zero, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Oakland, California, he is responsible for overseeing business operations and strategic initiatives within the organization. His role involves aligning operational processes with the company's strategic goals to enhance efficiency and drive growth.
Previous Experience at TeraWatt Infrastructure
Prior to his current role, Sam Arons worked as the Vice President of Partnerships at TeraWatt Infrastructure from 2021 to 2022. In this capacity, he focused on developing strategic partnerships to advance the company's mission in the electric vehicle infrastructure sector. His experience in this role contributed to his expertise in business operations and strategy.
Educational Background
Sam Arons has a strong educational background in physics and energy resources. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, Magna Cum Laude with Highest Honors, in Physics from Williams College, where he studied from 2000 to 2004. He furthered his education at the University of California, Berkeley, obtaining a Master of Science degree in Energy and Resources from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, he attended the Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley and The College Preparatory School.
Experience in Sustainability at Lyft
Sam Arons held the position of Director of Sustainability at Lyft from 2018 to 2021. He was instrumental in building Lyft's sustainability program from the ground up, which included leading the company's commitment to transition to 100% electric vehicles by 2030. His leadership in this area significantly advanced Lyft's sustainability initiatives.
Contributions at Google
During his tenure at Google, Sam Arons held multiple roles, including Senior Lead for Energy & Infrastructure and Associate for Green Business Operations. From 2011 to 2018, he played a key role in mapping Google's carbon footprint and negotiating renewable energy purchases, contributing to the company's achievement of 100% renewable energy in 2017. His work in these positions underscored his expertise in energy management and sustainability.