Shield Capital

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Investor type

VC

Founded

2021

AUM

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Location

Burlingame, California, United States

Investment Ticket

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Investment Stage

Seed Series A Series B

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 16 August, 2026

Profile

Shield Capital is a venture capital firm based in Burlingame, California, founded in 2021. The firm is led by a team of former Pentagon, Defense Innovation Unit, and Fortune 500 CEOs, bringing a unique blend of national security and Wall Street expertise. With a team of 12 professionals, Shield Capital focuses on supporting entrepreneurs at the intersection of commercial technology and national security.

The firm invests in early-stage companies across sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, space, and autonomy. Shield Capital typically participates in Seed to Series B+ rounds, primarily in the United States and Europe. The firm is a Registered Investment Adviser and a member of the National Venture Capital Association. Shield Capital's portfolio includes notable companies like MIMIC, CODE METAL, and Hawkeye360.

Notable investments by Shield Capital include MIMIC - enterprise ransomware defense, CODE METAL - verifiable code translation, APEX - spacecraft platform, Hawkeye360 - solutions for a better world, and Armada - full stack edge computing platform. These investments highlight Shield Capital's commitment to advancing technologies that secure our future.

Industry

Defense Robotics Aerospace Cybersecurity AI

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FAQs about Shield Capital

Is Shield Capital a venture capital or private equity firm?

Shield Capital is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed, Series A and Series B.

Where is Shield Capital located?

Shield Capital is located in Burlingame, California, United States.

When was Shield Capital founded?

Shield Capital was founded in 2021.

What sectors and industries does Shield Capital invest in?

Shield Capital invests in companies and startups in Defense, Robotics, Aerospace, Cybersecurity, AI.

What is Shield Capital geographical focus of investments?

Shield Capital invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Shield Capital typically invest in?

Shield Capital invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A, Series B.

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