Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe
◆ Fund Size
$1B
◆ Check Size
◆ Location
United States
◆ Portfolio
120 companies
◆ Activity
Statusactively investing
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◆ Investment Thesis
Identify earlier-stage dual-use innovations and defence technologies directly within allied European markets; target emerging technologies that can integrate into existing allied defence programs, bolster supply chain resilience, and strengthen the transatlantic defence industrial base.
◆ About Lockheed Martin
Since our inception in 2007, our $100 million fund has grown to be a $1 billion evergreen fund and has partnered with more than 120 high-impact companies in the United States and worldwide. We back technologies that complement or redefine core mission areas and open untapped segments of the national security marketplace.
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◆ Team
| Name | Title | Role | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Moran | Vice President and General Manager | Executive | |
| Gopal Rajaraman | Senior Investment Manager | Senior | |
| John Richmond | Senior Investment Manager | Senior | |
| Katie Swanson | Senior Investment Manager | Senior | |
| Sam Stonberg | Senior Investment Manager | Senior | |
| Andrés Blanco | Senior Investment Associate | Associate | |
| Avinash Parampalli | Investment Analyst | Analyst | |
| Harrison Dal Ponte | Investment Analyst | Analyst | |
| Jeff Cunningham | Investment Director | Director | |
| Kaija Gisolfi-McCready | Investment Associate | Associate | |
| Zachary Chow | Investment Analyst | Analyst |
◆ Tracked Investments
◆ Wire analysis
- Lockheed Martin (LMT) Could Be 12% Undervalued As New Defense Tech Draws Focus19 Aug 2026
- Lockheed Martin (LMT) Could Be 12% Undervalued As New Defense Tech Draws Focus18 Aug 2026
- Before AI agents can transform your business, they need to understand it17 Aug 2026
- SDA resumes data relay satellite launch following tech fixes16 Jul 2026
- DOD uses rapid acquisition to field production-ready laser weapons | InsideDefense.com9 Jul 2026
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◆ FAQ
What does Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe invest in?
Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe invests in Defense Tech, Space Tech, Semiconductors, Supply Chain and Advanced Materials at the pre-seed, seed, series-a and series-b stages.
Which geographies does Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe focus on?
Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe focuses on Europe and United Kingdom, and is headquartered in United States.
What is Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe's typical check size?
Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe typically writes checks of $1M to $10M.
Which startups has Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe backed?
Lockheed Martin Ventures Europe has 2 tracked investments on Fusion42, including DiffraQTion and Diffraqtion.