Tech Innovation in El Segundo

SOURCE www.vanityfair.com
In El Segundo, young men are building tech companies focused on hard tech like drones and nuclear energy to save America, in opposition to Silicon Valley's soft and comfortable world. The city attracts venture capitalists investing in defense tech companies, with a patriotic and blue-collar ethos.

Key Points

  • Founders in El Segundo are focused on building tech companies with tangible products
  • Venture capitalists have invested heavily in defense tech companies in the area
  • The city's founders have a strong patriotic and blue-collar ethos

Pros

  • Focus on hard tech innovation like drones and nuclear energy
  • Attracts venture capitalists investing in defense tech companies
  • Patriotic and blue-collar ethos among founders

Cons

  • Lack of gender diversity in the industry
  • Risk of being seen as performative patriotism