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The US used to be the unquestioned leader of the industrialized world. It stood at the forefront of hard, deep technology—the kind that creates real, physical breakthroughs, reshapes industries, strengthens national security, and pushes society forward.

But is that still true today? If not, what happened? And more importantly, what needs to change for the US to reclaim its position as the global leader in deep tech innovation?

Joining me today to answer these questions is Jeff Crusey, General Partner at IceNine, an investment firm focused on the next generation of industrial, aerospace, defense, and frontier technologies. Jeff has spent years investing in founders tackling some of the hardest technical and industrial problems of our time, with a strong focus on rebuilding critical capabilities and supporting technologies that have long-term strategic importance for the future of the United States.

In this conversation, we’ll explore reindustrialization, the future of aerospace and defense, the impact of AI hype on deep tech investing, and the skills that will define the next generation of builders and innovators.

Stay tuned for an exciting and incredibly relevant conversation.