Veteran Ventures Capital | Veterans Fund II
◆ Fund Size
$60M
◆ Check Size
◆ Location
United States
◆ Portfolio
17 companies
◆ Activity
Statusactively investing
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◆ Investment Thesis
Scalable, dual-use manufacturing technologies are essential to rebuilding Western defense industrial capacity; focuses on companies led by veteran entrepreneurs and operators.
◆ About Veteran Ventures Capital
Veteran Ventures Capital is a venture capital firm investing in veteran-led companies developing dual-use national security technologies. The firm leverages its team's defense expertise to source, scale, and connect portfolio companies to government buyers and non-dilutive funding. Fund II, closed at $60 million in 2025, focuses on accelerating mission-critical innovations amid surging defense budgets.
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◆ Team
| Name | Title | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craig Jaques | General Partner & COO | Senior | in |
| Derren Burrell | Founder and Managing Partner | Senior | in |
| Josh Weed | General Partner | Senior | in |
| Paul Woolard | General Partner & Director of Engagement | Senior | in |
| Steve Kiser | General Partner | Senior | in |
| David Alpern | Investor / Advisor | Advisor | |
| Eden Murrie | Advisor | Advisor | |
| Kenneth A. Hersh | Anchor Investor / Advisor / Investment Committee | Advisor | |
| Stanley A. McChrystal | Investor / Advisor | Advisor |
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◆ FAQ
What does Veterans Fund II invest in?
Veterans Fund II invests in Defense Tech, Manufacturing Tech, Space Tech, Cybersecurity and Govtech at the seed stage.
Which geographies does Veterans Fund II focus on?
Veterans Fund II focuses on United States, and is headquartered in United States.
What is Veterans Fund II's typical check size?
Veterans Fund II typically writes checks of $0.5M to $5M.