Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
Signed in as:
filler@godaddy.com
Hi, I'm Raquel. I'm an expert in systems thinking—engineering-minded, business-driven—with 10 years of experience turning the planet's boldest moonshot visions into actionable, executed strategies.
I built Gearworks to be a unique partner to CEOs* building high-complexity, category-defining companies. Our approach is grounded in uncompromising Strategic Integrity—because exceptional mission clarity makes every decision faster and every part of the business stronger.
Whether you're entering a new growth phase, tackling product development or investor challenges, or in the earliest days of preparing for your true on-mission product launch, we'll help you pair your boldest imagination with operational processes that honor the real-world stakes of your mission.
*if you're a chief of staff or CTO reading this, we should definitely chat too :)
"Raquel is one of the people I go to when I want to reason through a new idea. She immediately grasps the technical considerations and cuts quickly to the chase around strategic decisions. Having her on a call brings clarity I wouldn't get to as quickly otherwise."
- Investor ($B+ AUM)
"So much of my confidence in our ability to succeed on big commercial milestones centered on Raquel's mind-boggling tenacity, optimism, and ability to make the impossible possible."
- Product Lead @ Series A climate tech company
"In just one conversation with me and the CSO, Raquel gave us the tools we needed to completely re-think our R&D roadmap. I think of her often when I advise people on how to build an R&D organization."
- R&D Lead @ growth-stage hard-tech company
"Raquel has been a stalwart champion of our potential for transformation and disruption. Her enthusiastic insistence that I tell our impact story as well as I tell our business base story is matched with rigorous detailed story support and fundraising support."
- Founder/CEO @ seed-stage climate fintech company
Gearworks is the deeptech strategic operations platform partner to CEOs making an outsized impact in energy, defense, and critical infrastrcuture resilience.
Please connect with Gearworks on LinkedIn or reach out to discuss fit, request case studies, or connect with Raquel for your writing (press) or about something else. We'd love to learn about what you're building.
Developing a business concept; launching a pilot program; building an investor deck; deciding on a next product or new market; kicking off scaled manufacturing spend — these pivotal moments raise big strategy questions.
We'll help you build and manage your launch strategy to make a data-informed plan that is maximally mission-aligned. Get the operational support you need to make pressing tough decisions while keeping a clear eye on the big vision.
A member of the Office of the CEO and an advisor to the strategy and systems leader at the company (typically CEO). Elevating strategic processes and strengthening operational systems to develop and drive the company's critical path.
At times, a dedicated partner to the Head of Engineering or Head of Business to develop your integrated technology-business roadmap.
Deeper engagement with full context to support on-mission technical product launch and business milestones.
As Acting Chief Technology Officer, Chief Product Officer, Chief Operating Officer, or Strategy/MFG/Supply Chain Leadership, we install the systems and critical path unblocks needed to accelerate mission success. Often includes: install of the engineering program management function, set up of agile internal communications strategic cadence, hardware dev processes, a new manufacturing facility or partnership, or lead a critical project through launch.
+Ninja Team: In special cases, we install a dedicated Gearworks team of high-EQ, high-excellence SME operators inside the company to support these activities.
What kind of CTO does your company need? A Chief Technical-Decider? A process and people leader? A seasoned and trusted lead engineer? What mix of technical talent will de-risk your team?
We have a knack for correctly profiling hard-to-find technical talent, powertrain, and hardware leadership roles.
I spent the last decade working alongside the best engineering leaders on the planet — my approach is hands-on and my insight on strategic fit is battle-won.
Let's build your search profile.
Gearworks is the deeptech strategic operations platform partner to CEOs making an outsized impact in energy, defense, and critical infrastrcuture resilience.
Please connect with Gearworks on LinkedIn or reach out to discuss fit, request case studies, or connect with Raquel for your writing (press) or about something else. We'd love to learn about what you're building.
Raquel founded and manages Gearworks, the deeptech strategic operations platform partner to CEOs making outsized impact in energy, defense, and critical infrastructure resilience.
Previously: Raquel led Tesla’s mass-market battery program and commercialized hard climate technologies with emerging startups. She served as the Engineering Programs Leader for Vehicle Battery Pack & Solar Product Leader @ Tesla, Head of GTM @ C16 Biosciences, Early Innovation Consultant @ Commonwealth Fusion Systems, and Strategic Advisor @ Aigen Robotics.
She holds a BS, MS, and MBA from Harvard.
The future of climate tech companies are human companies. Let's provide outsized leverage where it matters.
Reach out to discuss portfolio-company advising, investment theses, co-investing, or venture partnerships.
For my perspectives on Strategic Integrity, rigorous tools and resources, and highlights of companies, projects, and leaders I support, enter your email below.
If you're seeking real-time navigational support in a critical moment, or want to chat about what you're building ASAP, feel free to schedule a call directly.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.