Dr. Nastaran Asadi Joins Momenta as Venture Partner

Backing bold Innovators Shaping the Future of Industrial Impact® 

At every stage of industrial innovation, execution matters as much as vision. Dr. Nastaran Zanjani brings a unique blend of technical fluency, strategic insight, and operational depth, gained over a decade of bridging complex systems and achieving commercial outcomes. 

From leading UBS's cloud transformation to backing AI-driven startups at Emerald Technology Ventures, Nastaran has worked at the frontlines of enterprise innovation and early-stage technology. Her PhD in Microelectronics from EPFL, focused on data analytics and machine learning, underpins her ability to assess solutions across the full industrial tech stack, from sensors to systems. Now, she brings that expertise to Momenta.

Based in Switzerland, Nastaran joins as a Venture Partner, focused on sourcing and supporting founders who are solving the industrial sector's most persistent challenges: interoperability, system aging, data latency, and extracting real business value from AI. Her mandate: identify scalable solutions that bridge the gap from pilot to production, delivering tangible value in real industrial settings.

What drew Nastaran to Momenta is what sets the firm apart: a team of seasoned practitioners who have lived the challenges of industrial innovation from the inside, building startups, leading OEM digital transformations, and scaling technologies in complex operating environments. Unlike traditional VCs, Momenta pairs capital with real operational support, deeply engaging with its portfolio through co-creation efforts alongside strategic LPs. This hands-on approach not only accelerates growth but ensures that innovation delivers measurable impact where it matters most.

“What drew me to Momenta was their early conviction that meaningful innovation in industry requires more than just vision; it takes persistence, deep domain knowledge, and trusted partnerships. Their track record reflects a long-term view that few in venture have maintained.”

— Dr. Nastaran Zanjani, Venture Partner, Momenta

Her approach is grounded in asking the right question: Where does this technology create measurable value, on the plant floor, in the supply chain, or at the edge? From investing in automation startups to modernizing legacy systems, she brings a grounded understanding of what works and what scales in complex industrial environments.

"Nastaran brings a rare mix of deep tech fluency and market insight, with a strong network across Europe's industrial innovation ecosystem. Her experience identifying and supporting deep tech ventures makes her a valuable force in expanding our deal flow and deepening our presence across the region."

— Ken Forster, Founding Partner, Momenta

We're proud to welcome her to the team.

With Nastaran on board, we're deepening the strength of our practitioner-led model: one grounded in real-world experience, extensive industrial operations, and a dedication to promoting sustainability and performance in the industrial economy.

Let's build what's next.

Momenta is the leading Industrial Impact® venture capital firm, accelerating industrial innovators across energy, manufacturing, smart spaces, and the supply chain. Our team of deep industry operators has helped scale industry leaders and innovators to improve critical industries, the environment, and people's quality of life for over a decade. PitchBook named Momenta among the world’s top ten digital industry venture funds for both 2023 and 2024 in its Global Manager Performance Score League Tables, one of just two European-headquartered VCs to achieve a Top 10 ranking. For more information, please visit http://www.momenta.one.