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Squadra Ventures
Squadra Ventures invests in early-stage national security companies advancing the critical edge. The firm provides transformational support to startup leaders...
Squadra Ventures
Squadra Ventures invests in early-stage national security companies advancing the critical edge. The firm provides transformational support to startup leaders building dual-use technologies, drawing on deep industry experience and a nationwide network. It applies a growth-stage mindset at the seed stage and works hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs on operations, go-to-market, and ecosystem relationships.
General information
Firm type
Venture Capital
Year founded
2019
Location
Region
North America
Country
United States of America
City
Baltimore
Corporate office
Baltimore, MD, United States
Additional offices
Washington, DC
Principals
Guy Filippelli
Managing Partner
Margaret Roth
Principal
Dan Madden
Principal, National Security
John Timken
COO + CFO
Dominic Ventimiglia
Principal, Network Operations
Meghan McGee
Head of Platform
Navneet Vishwanathan
Principal, Investments
Amy Fuller
Executive Assistant
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
What investment stages does Squadra Ventures target?
Squadra concentrates on the seed and early stages, applying a growth-stage operational mindset to its initial positions. The firm states it aims to influence a company's first 100 decisions, building infrastructure and go-to-market strategy from the balance sheet to the board meeting. This often means a lead or co-lead role where the firm can install its own strategic-planning process.
How does Squadra Ventures source proprietary deal flow?
The firm leverages its physical presence in the Baltimore-Washington corridor — what it calls 'the heart of America's national security power center and cyber operations hub.' It sources through relationships with government decision makers, talent networks building mission-critical technology, and its own series of community events for founders, operators, and policymakers.
Does Squadra participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
Publicly available information describes a direct-investment model into seed and early-stage companies. There is no indication the firm operates a fund-of-funds program or makes LP commitments to other venture vehicles.
Which sectors does Squadra Ventures avoid?
Squadra's website and public disclosure indicate an exclusive focus on early-stage cybersecurity and national security technology. Life sciences, consumer products, fintech, and other non-dual-use sectors do not appear in its portfolio or stated investment mandate.
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