Veteran Ventures Capital

Veteran Ventures Capital, founded in 2017 and based in McLean, Virginia, is a full-service investment and consulting firm dedicated to supporting veteran-affiliated businesses. The firm exclusively invests in companies led by military veterans, recognizing the unique skills and experiences they bring to the business landscape. Veteran Ventures Capital seeks to identify high-potential ventures that require new strategies, additional capital, and enhanced management to thrive. By leveraging its connections within the Sheltowee Capital Network and the Appalachian Angel Investor Alliance, the firm aims to facilitate the growth of these businesses through active involvement with founders. With a commitment to capital appreciation while minimizing volatility, Veteran Ventures Capital typically invests between $250,000 and $1 million at the early stages of development, with plans to expand its investment capacity as needed.

Steve Kiser

General Partner

Joshua Weed

General Partner

14 past transactions

Hidden Level

Series C in 2025
Hidden Level is a technology company that specializes in passive radar systems and drone detection through advanced RF spectrum signal analysis. The company focuses on providing airspace monitoring solutions, particularly for critical infrastructure, defense, and public safety sectors. Its Airspace Monitoring Service employs a network of passive sensors to detect and track various aerial vehicles, including drones, across extensive geographic areas. Designed to comply with Title 18 privacy regulations, Hidden Level's technology ensures both effective monitoring and adherence to legal standards. Additionally, the company offers a range of services, including systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, printed circuit board design, and full product life cycle management, aimed at enhancing safety and productivity for aerospace component manufacturers.

Turion Space

Series A in 2024
Turion Space specializes in developing and operating "Droid" spacecraft designed for orbital debris removal and satellite servicing. These spacecraft are equipped with vision sensors and agnostic docking devices, allowing them to rendezvous and dock with both operational satellites and large debris objects. Using their onboard propulsion systems, the Droid spacecraft can either deorbit or change the orbit of these targets, thereby enhancing mission capabilities, extending operational lifetimes, and contributing to a sustainable space environment by mitigating the growing issue of orbital debris.

Agile Space Industries

Convertible Note in 2024
Agile Space Industries Inc. specializes in designing, manufacturing, and testing advanced in-space propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft. Utilizing state-of-the-art 3D metal alloy printing techniques, the company develops storable monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, as well as propulsion systems tailored to various space vehicle form factors. Based in Durango, Colorado, Agile Space Industries operates a dedicated propulsion test facility where it conducts rigorous testing of new engine designs. The company has significant experience working on projects for defense, civil, and commercial sectors, collaborating with prominent organizations such as SpaceX and NASA. In addition to propulsion systems, Agile Space Industries offers a range of precision diagnostic test services, including atmospheric, altitude, and vacuum testing, as well as rapid propulsion development services. Founded in 2009, the company continues to advance its capabilities in the field of space propulsion.

Hidden Level

Series B in 2024
Hidden Level is a technology company that specializes in passive radar systems and drone detection through advanced RF spectrum signal analysis. The company focuses on providing airspace monitoring solutions, particularly for critical infrastructure, defense, and public safety sectors. Its Airspace Monitoring Service employs a network of passive sensors to detect and track various aerial vehicles, including drones, across extensive geographic areas. Designed to comply with Title 18 privacy regulations, Hidden Level's technology ensures both effective monitoring and adherence to legal standards. Additionally, the company offers a range of services, including systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, printed circuit board design, and full product life cycle management, aimed at enhancing safety and productivity for aerospace component manufacturers.

Tidal Cyber

Seed Round in 2023
Tidal Cyber is a developer of a threat-informed defense platform that assists enterprise organizations in optimizing their cybersecurity defenses, operations, and investments. The company provides validated insights that enhance the ability to defend against significant threats, while also facilitating the assessment, organization, and optimization of security measures. By focusing on the behaviors of adversaries that are most relevant to its clients, Tidal Cyber enables organizations to define, measure, and improve their defense capabilities. This approach helps eliminate redundant mitigations and strengthens the overall security posture of its clients.

Cambium

Series A in 2023
Cambium is a company focused on developing biomaterials for various sectors, including defense, aerospace, and renewable energy. Established in 2019 and located in Berkeley, California, it specializes in advanced materials research and development. The company utilizes a combination of synthetic biology, materials science, and artificial intelligence to enhance material performance and sustainability. Cambium's approach involves vertically integrated innovation, ranging from computational material discovery to the production of advanced composites within the United States. By leveraging cutting-edge advancements across multiple scientific disciplines, Cambium aims to improve existing products and facilitate the creation of next-generation materials.

Vantage Robotics

Venture Round in 2023
Vantage Robotics, LLC, founded in 2013 and headquartered in San Leandro, California, specializes in the development and manufacturing of camera drones. The company's flagship product, Snap, is a flying camera designed to capture high-quality photos and videos with advanced smart tracking capabilities. Vantage Robotics has distinguished itself in the competitive $7 billion camera drone market by addressing key challenges related to ease of use. Snap has achieved significant pre-sales and received a notable FAA waiver for commercial use near people, positioning it uniquely within the industry. The company has garnered interest from major players, including Apple and Amazon, and has strategic backing from prominent investors in the drone sector. Using innovative gimbal control techniques and precise motors, their drones offer enhanced durability and functionality tailored for commercial and government applications.

Asylon

Series A in 2023
Asylon is a company that specializes in automated security solutions for critical infrastructure, focusing on sectors such as transportation, energy, and public safety. The firm develops advanced ground robotic technology and drones capable of conducting pre-programmed patrol missions and responding to IoT alarm triggers. Additionally, its systems allow for manual remote access to perform ad-hoc security operations. By engineering aerial vehicles that adhere to the stringent quality standards required by both commercial and military clients, Asylon aims to enhance surveillance and monitoring capabilities in various environments.

Vanta

Seed Round in 2022
Vanta is a youth esports development platform that partners with schools and community organizations to offer a comprehensive digital esports experience for children aged 8 to 18. The platform features competitive esports leagues, development camps, and expert coaching, all designed to foster skill development and teamwork among young gamers. By creating a structured and safe environment, Vanta aims to help children enhance their gaming abilities while promoting a sense of belonging within a welcoming community. The organization focuses on mentorship and support, ensuring that young players can thrive both in their gaming pursuits and personal growth.

VeriTX

Series A in 2022
VeriTX is a digital commerce marketplace founded in 2019 and headquartered in East Aurora, New York. The company focuses on regulating digital supply chains by facilitating the buying and selling of digital assets and physical parts. Utilizing blockchain technology, VeriTX ensures a secure, transparent, and immutable framework for data transactions and transfers, enhancing the integrity and safety of data. The marketplace also offers subscription services for blockchain-based maintenance and lease records, enabling clients to reduce non-value added costs and streamline operational efficiencies. Through its innovative approach, VeriTX empowers users with confidence in the security and validity of their data.

HERO Beverage Company

Seed Round in 2022
The HERO Beverage Company is a first responder owned and operated beverage company serving specialty coffee to people who love supporting our American Heroes. I developed our brand portfolio with the same care and attention to detail I provided to the President of the United States while protecting him every day as a Secret Service Special Agent. My team and I are committed to helping everyone remain operational no matter the threat or the need they face, from the coffee fields to the frontline workers, and everyone in between. With every purchase our customers make we turn around and directly support those everyday heroes. Our coffee beans are real trade sourced, meaning we have a direct relationship with the coffee farmers who we import from. Together with the best roasters in the U.S. we all work together to ensure we are bringing our customers the highest grade of coffee possible, specialty. We know they’re the best because they have the same respect for the supply chain that we do, as well as sharing our desire to help everyone remain operational. By skipping the middleman we are able to pay our farmers a premium which allows them to in turn provide their workers better pay that ensures they can access proper medical care, food, and clean water. Together we can change the world and create a lasting positive impact for the heroes who are out in the world everyday trying to do the same for us. From all of us at The HERO Beverage Company, thank you for supporting the heroes today and everyday!

True Made Foods

Series A in 2021
True Made Foods, Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia with a manufacturing facility in Henderson, North Carolina, specializes in producing and distributing vegetable-based sauces and ketchups. The company's product line includes healthier versions of popular condiments like ketchup, BBQ sauce, and Sriracha, infused with fresh vegetables and significantly reduced sugar content. These products are marketed through a network of supermarkets, online retailers, and the company's own online platform.

Yates Electrospace

Venture Round in 2020
Yates Electrospace Corporation specializes in the manufacture of electric airplanes and the development of megawatt-class electric propulsion systems. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Laguna Hills, California, the company also operates facilities in Aliso Viejo, California, Sudbury in the United Kingdom, and maintains flight test centers in Inyokern, California, and Pendleton, Oregon. Yates Electrospace is particularly recognized for its innovative products, such as the Silent Arrow and AVIUS Air Delivery aircraft, which garnered industry attention as notable unmanned cargo aircraft. The company's commitment to advancing electric aviation technology positions it at the forefront of the aerospace and defense sectors.

HavenLock

Series A in 2019
Haven Lock, Inc. is a security products company based in Franklin, Tennessee, founded in 2014 by Alex Bertelli and Clay Banks. The company designs and manufactures a range of residential and commercial security solutions. Its residential offerings include the HAVEN Connect Bundle, which serves as a home security platform, and the HAVEN Mech, a non-electric mechanical lock system. Additionally, Haven provides a whole home security monitoring system and a key fob car locking system, along with the HAVEN Hub for remote control of its products. For commercial applications, Haven offers the Lockdown PRO and Lockdown PRO HQ systems, designed to enhance security in classrooms and other environments. The company also provides accessories such as the HAVEN Riser, installation kits, and charging adapters. Users can control their security systems via smartphones and digital keys, innovating how individuals secure their homes and manage their security needs.
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