Laura Katzman (Dyer)

Laura Katzman (Dyer) is a Partner at Buoyant Ventures, a leading venture capital firm focused on digital solutions for climate change. She plays a crucial role in sourcing and evaluating investments, supporting portfolio companies, and advancing the firm's mission to back entrepreneurs addressing climate challenges. Her work emphasizes financial results alongside measurable climate impact. buoyant+2

With a strong foundation in finance and accounting, Laura is a licensed CPA. Her background includes experience as a Senior Associate in Corporate Accounting at Ares Management, L.P., where she focused on valuations and revenue accounting, and as an Audit Senior and Staff at Deloitte, where she managed investment audits. This financial expertise underpins her strategic insight in venture capital. buoyant

Laura is deeply committed to climate innovation, evidenced by her role in co-founding Michigan Climate Venture, the first student-run fund dedicated to early-stage climate tech companies. Her involvement in various impact projects and consultant roles during her graduate studies further highlights her dedication to leveraging digital solutions for rapid decarbonization and climate resilience. buoyant+1