Leonid Capital Partners

Ion Storage Systems, LLC is a manufacturer of solid-state lithium-ion batteries, established in 2015 and based in College Park, Maryland. The company focuses on developing high-energy-density and safe batteries suitable for diverse applications, including defense and aerospace, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Ion Storage Systems has made significant advancements in solid-state battery technology, creating products that address the mission-critical needs of the defense sector while also enhancing safety and efficiency for consumer electronics and electric vehicles. Their innovative battery design features a unique structure that utilizes non-flammable materials, ensuring safety, lightness, and compactness for various applications.

Canopy Aerospace is a specialized producer of thermal protection systems, primarily focusing on heat shields for the emerging space and hypersonic industries. The company employs advanced manufacturing techniques, utilizing robotics and additive manufacturing to develop advanced materials, particularly in ceramics and composites. By integrating software into their manufacturing processes, Canopy Aerospace enhances optimization and efficiency, facilitating the rapid production of critical components. This innovative approach allows vehicle manufacturers across various sectors—including hypersonics, space launch, propulsion, medical, semiconductors, automotive, and power generation—to make informed decisions during the design phase, thereby improving mission capabilities in challenging environments and minimizing costly last-minute revisions.

SCOUT Space, founded in 2019, is focused on enhancing space safety and transparency through advanced in-space observation systems. The company launched its products and services in June 2021, providing spacecraft with the capability to detect and understand their surroundings. Its orbital distributed sensor network significantly improves Space Domain Awareness, which promotes responsible use of the space environment. SCOUT Space specializes in in-orbit satellite inspection, proximity operations systems, and analytics, helping clients maintain satellite health and prevent catastrophic failures and orbital debris. By delivering these innovative solutions, SCOUT Space aims to safeguard orbital infrastructure while also offering cost-effective strategies for satellite management.

On-Point Defense Technologies, LLC is a veteran-owned small business supporting the U.S. Department of Defense, the private sector, and international customers through rapid concept modeling, engineering, systems integration, testing, manufacturing, and depot support services. They provide 3-d printing, Drafting, and Documentation, Hardware Integration.

55 Industries is a manufacturing services provider that specializes in the aerospace and defense sectors. It serves as a strategic link between manufacturers, defense, and commercial customers, offering a range of services including manufacturing, sourcing, supplying, and repair services for various systems and platforms. The company is known for its competitive reverse engineering solutions.

Equinox Innovative Systems LLC, established in 2016 and headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland, specializes in the manufacture of advanced tethered drones. The company focuses on developing multirotor drone technology tailored to aerospace, defense, and commercial industries. Equinox's drones are equipped with mountable antennae, cameras, and transmitters, enabling them to provide surveillance, inspection, and communication services. Their product portfolio includes heavy-lift tethered drones and hybrid drones optimized for flight time, power, bandwidth, and payload capacity. Additionally, they offer drone services and engineering services to clients seeking maritime surveillance, cellular service access in remote areas, and reconnaissance capabilities in conflict zones.

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.

Lulius Innovation offers web app development, auditing and innovative solutions for government, military and commercial companies.

Expeditionary Technology Services offers IT, logistics management, mobile systems and consulting services to the aerospace & defense sector.

ProtectedBy.AI is A Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), led by a team of former government security, safety, health, and defense professionals with world-leading expertise in Behavioral Data Science and Applied Artificial Intelligence. ProtectedBy.AI specializes in developing and deploying SymbioTech™ solutions at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Psychology.

ORock Technologies is a small business that specializes in Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and cloud services, primarily catering to technology companies and enterprise clients in the defense, government, and highly regulated sectors. The company leverages a private, carrier-grade dark fiber network and a FedRAMP Moderate open-source cloud to ensure secure data operations. ORock’s offerings include secure cloud and IaaS solutions, application hosting, FedRAMP authorization services, and secure connectivity and mobility options. By focusing on data security, performance, flexibility, compliance, and control, ORock provides a level of service that distinguishes it from many cloud service providers. Additionally, as a Red Hat Certified Cloud and Service Provider, ORock is authorized to host and resell certified Red Hat products, enhancing its capabilities in delivering reliable and secure cloud solutions.

Lumineye Inc. is a company specializing in the development of wall-penetrating radar technology tailored for first responders. Founded in 2017 and based in Boise, Idaho, Lumineye produces a compact and lightweight device that utilizes advanced signal analysis software to detect and differentiate moving and breathing humans from other objects through barriers such as drywall, concrete, rubble, and brick. This innovative technology is designed to assist firefighters, law enforcement, and search and rescue teams in locating individuals behind walls and closed doors, enhancing their operational effectiveness during emergencies. In addition to the radar device, Lumineye offers an application that enables users to gauge the distance of a detected person, further improving situational awareness in critical scenarios.