3M

3M is a diversified technology company founded in 1902 and headquartered in Saint Paul, Minnesota. It manufactures a wide range of products, including adhesives, abrasives, medical devices, dental and orthodontic solutions, electronic materials, and safety equipment. The company operates across several segments: Safety and Industrial, Health Care, Transportation and Electronics, and Consumer. Its products serve various industries, including automotive, healthcare, manufacturing, and consumer markets. 3M is also known for its innovative contributions to health information, food safety, and drug delivery systems, catering to thousands of hospitals globally. Additionally, 3M New Ventures, an investment arm of the company, focuses on identifying and investing in disruptive technologies and early-stage innovations that align with its strategic goals. With operations in over 65 countries, 3M distributes its products through a network of distributors and retailers in more than 200 countries.

Darice DeCaster

Director of Finance

Dennis Duerst

Chief Investment Officer

Nicholas C. Gangestad

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Matthew Ginter

Treasurer and Vice President, Investor Relations

Sarah Grauze

Treasurer and Vice President of Finance

Bruce Jermeland

Vice President of Investor Relations

Theresa Reinseth

Vice President, Corporate Controller and Chief Accounting Officer

Tony Riter

Manager of Investor Relations

Michael F. Roman

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer

Bill Schmidt

Vice President, Pension Investments

Past deals in Metals and Mining

Metalenz

Series A in 2021
Metalenz, Inc. is focused on the research, development, production, and prototyping of innovative optical components. Established in 2016 and headquartered in Weston, Massachusetts, with an additional office in San Francisco, the company specializes in novel optical elements that utilize structured Huygens' surfaces, also known as metamaterial structures. These advanced technologies allow for precise control of wavefronts, polarization, and other light properties. Metalenz's ultra-thin planar optics are designed for high-resolution, full-color imaging, making lenses for mobile phones, computers, and various smaller electronic devices more compact and lightweight. This approach provides businesses with miniaturized alternatives to traditional lenses, enhancing the performance and design of modern electronic products.