Veteran Ventures Capital
Status
ACTIVE
Global HQ
Knoxville, United States
Countries of investment
- United States
Investment stages
- Seed
- Series A
- Growth
Industries
- Defense Tech
- Aerospace
- Cybersecurity
- Dual-use Tech
About
Veteran Ventures Capital partners with founders to scale defense and aerospace technologies with both commercial and military applications. The firm leverages its deep network of defense experts and government connections to help startups win contracts, secure funding, and expand strategically.
Veteran Ventures Capital partners with founders to scale defense and aerospace technologies with both commercial and military applications. The firm leverages its deep network of defense experts and government connections to help startups win contracts, secure funding, and expand strategically.
Investment Thesis
Veteran Ventures Capital targets dual-use, aerospace, and defense technology companies led by veteran entrepreneurs or serving national security needs. The firm invests at the seed to growth-equity stages, supporting companies that contribute to technological and security innovation.
Manager's Experience
Led by veteran entrepreneurs and defense-industry specialists with backgrounds in aerospace, cybersecurity, and national security. The partners have served in leadership positions within defense contracting and venture-backed startups, combining military expertise with investment acumen.
Team
Derren Burrell – Founder & Managing Partner
Steve Kiser
PhD – General Partner
Portfolio
Cambium Biomaterials
Agile Space Industries
Turion Space
Hidden Level
Asylon Robotics
Phase Four
Vantage Robotics
Grist Mill Exchange