Antony Sommerfeld

Partner and senior member of a FCA/FINRA-regulated boutique capital introduction, investment, and advisory firm specialising in Investment and Capital Introduction. Our expertise spans private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, private debt, and corporate capital introduction. We also excel in deal screening and incubation, deal origination, client-focused business development, and investor research. Our latest service additions include First Access Capital and AIP Intelligence, which introduces a new AI intelligence approach for investment prediction for GPs and LPs. For further details, visit www.aipcapintel.com.

Geonatiq is an innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) company dedicated to advancing solutions within the Energy, Resources, and Climate sectors. We cater to diverse industries including industry, finance, and professional services. Our platform is centered on R&D and the commercialization of AI technologies, collaborating with top-tier universities and leading AI research labs to develop cutting-edge models tailored for our target industries and client-specific needs. Geonatiq is committed to democratizing AI technology to enhance sustainability in energy management, climate action, and resource utilization — both on Earth and beyond. Headquartered in London, UK, and South Africa, with strategic expansion plans into the US and other global markets, Geonatiq offers a range of specialized services including bespoke AI research and development, AI consulting, and integration services. Our project portfolio showcases our commitment to innovation, featuring initiatives such as carbon storage detection in the US, commodity price modeling and prediction, geochemistry for ore body detection, automated well log analysis, and seismic attribute interpretation for energy exploration. Our team is comprised of leading experts from industry, finance, and academia, bringing together over 100 years of combined AI and technical expertise. Past and current collaborations include major energy companies, carbon storage companies, commodities traders, and private equity and hedge funds. At Geonatiq, we are driven by a mission to democratize AI technology and enhance sustainability across various sectors, ensuring a better future both on our planet and beyond.

Industry Supervisor to world #2 ranked university across a wide range of AI research spanning superintelligence, energy, natural resources and climate, investment finance, neurobiologically inspired AI, and asset or commodity price prediction. I have supervised more than 30 students to date, guiding research from concept through to delivery, with the majority of projects published, commercialised, or adopted into active industry workflows.

CSP is a new decarbonisation and sustainability company created to drive the energy transition forward. Our team comprises experienced professionals in energy, geoscience, carbon storage, and business, all united by a common goal: to revolutionise the way we approach and implement sustainable energy solutions. We specialise in acquiring and developing key areas such as carbon storage, hydrogen storage, and nitrogen production. By implementing advanced technologies, we aim to capture and store carbon, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and mitigate climate change. Additionally, we promote the use of hydrogen as a clean energy source by developing efficient storage solutions and innovate sustainable methods for nitrogen production to support various industrial applications. Our current focus is on major projects in the EU and USA, where we are actively contributing to the energy transition. By leveraging our expertise and collaborative approach, CSP is committed to making a significant impact on global sustainability efforts.

Capital Introduction Advisor to Certus Capital working on a variety of mandates across the healthcare, pharma, sports and technology sectors.

Non-Executive Director of Vitasang and Vitaspan, two US/UK life sciences companies within the Vita platform focused on blood rejuvenation and longevity. Vitasang is developing Rejuvesol, the only FDA-approved solution for rejuvenating stored red blood cells and improving blood quality after storage-related deterioration. Vitaspan is a longevity R&D and commercialisation platform focused on repurposing and developing high-potential longevity interventions, including Rejuvesol and rapamycin, with the aim of improving healthspan through enhanced oxygenation, cellular function, and targeted ageing pathways.

Working with Chrysalix Venture Capital (Financial Investor of the Year 2017, top tier CalPERS) and the RoboValley Fund in Investors Relations and Fundraising, University Engagement and Deal Sourcing. Special focus on establishing a major investment and research initiative in Artificial Intelligence investments focused on the UK and Europe. Ongoing business support in close of CRV IV.

DRS-HC was an international recruitment firm that provides a range of professional recruitment services to employers and candidates. Our business model focused on the provision of expert search and selection practices, deploying the latest recruitment technologies, which were delivered by a dedicated team of HR, Recruitment and Sector-focused experts.

DRS-Commodities was a leading search and selection firm focused exclusively on the commodities sector. The company was founded to provide a distinctive recruitment service focused on connecting commodity professionals. Our consultants were former industry, finance and human resources experts with in-depth sector knowledge and broad experience across the global commodities markets. Established in 2006, the firm's main areas of expertise were within banking & financial services, industry, and professional services. Within these core practices, DRS worked with a broad range of companies to deliver a competitive business advantage tailored to the specific needs and ambitions of each of our clients.

E&P company with major ambitions targeting investment in oil & gas assets in Iran. Iranian and UK E&P executive team. Sadly wound down due to the re-imposition of sanctions. However, watch this space...

Advancing expertise in building human-centred, ethically aligned AI systems.

Deep technical focus on machine learning, computer vision, robotics, evolutionary algorithms, intelligent agents. Training to build cutting-edge AI systems

Included completing Master's Degree courses in Tectonics and Basin Dynamics. Didn't conclude the PhD (the best one's are left unfinished right?!) and focused on establishing my first business.

MSci Geological Sciences (Geology & Geophysics) - transferred to UCL end of year 2

Independent day and boarding school in Surrey, UK. St Andrews House Sports Captain. 6th form Prefect. RRS award for Geology.

Completed a range of post-graduate certifications, including the Investment Management Certificate (IMC), Oil & Gas Company Valuation, Financial Modelling, Venture Capital and Private Equity, Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity, as well as Fundraising.