Veteran Ventures Capital

Hidden Level develops airspace sensing technologies, specializing in passive radar and drone detection through RF spectrum signal analysis. Its airspace monitoring systems deploy networks of passive sensors to detect and track drones and other aerial vehicles over large geographic areas, supporting critical infrastructure, defense, and public safety customers. The company emphasizes safety through sensing, offering services that cover classical systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, and full product lifecycle management, including PCB design. Its solutions enable monitoring of low-altitude air traffic while maintaining privacy in compliance with applicable regulations.

Turion Space develops spacecraft, known as 'Droids', designed to manage orbital debris and enhance operational satellite capabilities. These spacecraft rendezvous with targeted objects using vision sensors and an agnostic docking device, then employ their onboard propulsion system to either deorbit or adjust the orbit of the debris or satellite.

Agile Space Industries designs, builds, and tests in-space propulsion systems for satellites and spacecraft, using 3D metal alloy printing. It manufactures and tests new engine designs at a dedicated propulsion test facility in Durango, Colorado. The company offers storable monopropellant and bipropellant thrusters, propulsion systems for space-vehicle form factors, and mission-optimized interfaces for launch vehicles, spacecraft, and payloads. It provides diagnostic testing services spanning atmospheric, altitude, and vacuum environments, along with component, integrated module, system, and vehicle testing, plus rapid propulsion development and diagnostic propulsion testing, including altitude- and vacuum-system conditioning and high-resolution pressure and flow measurements. With more than a decade of rocket engine testing experience in defense, civil, and commercial programs, Agile Space Industries has collaborated with partners including SpaceX, NASA, and Rocketdyne.

Hidden Level develops airspace sensing technologies, specializing in passive radar and drone detection through RF spectrum signal analysis. Its airspace monitoring systems deploy networks of passive sensors to detect and track drones and other aerial vehicles over large geographic areas, supporting critical infrastructure, defense, and public safety customers. The company emphasizes safety through sensing, offering services that cover classical systems engineering, data modeling and analysis, field testing, and full product lifecycle management, including PCB design. Its solutions enable monitoring of low-altitude air traffic while maintaining privacy in compliance with applicable regulations.

Tidal Cyber is a cybersecurity company that offers a threat-led, threat-informed defense platform designed to shift protection from reactive vulnerability management to proactive, adversary-behavior-centric security. The platform maps adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures to measure and improve the effectiveness of a security stack, providing validated insights into how defenses perform within products and roadmaps. It helps enterprise teams prioritize defenses, eliminate redundant mitigations, and optimize security operations and investments, enabling organizations to define, measure, and enhance their defense capabilities in the face of real-world threat behavior.

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, 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 specializes in automated security systems for critical infrastructure. It offers surveillance and monitoring solutions tailored for sectors like transportation, energy, and public safety.

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 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.

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!

Founded in 2015, True Made Foods produces and sells healthier versions of popular sauces like ketchup, BBQ sauce, and Sriracha. Their products are infused with fresh vegetables and have significantly reduced sugar content compared to traditional counterparts. They are available through supermarkets, online retailers, and directly from their website.

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.

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.