Building Europe’s Next-Gen Defence Investment Platform by backing rapidly scaling commercial companies that combine software, emerging technology, and defence end-users to create deterrence and prosperity.
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Nicholas Nelson
General Partner
Over 18 years in defence, as an operator and investor. Previously founded Europe's first defence-focused VC syndicate. Has held senior roles in early-stage venture capital, strategy consulting, and government, including deploying to Afghanistan. Fellow at the University of Oxford and the Center for European Policy Analysis.
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Dr. Daniel Carew
General Partner
Engineer and PhD background with a military & Estonian family. Spent 11+ years venture investing in dual-use technology across Europe. His DARPA-inspired investment strategy has consistently returned 3-5x over 10 years, with several unicorns listed on NASDAQ.
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Jaan Kokk
Investment Manager
Reformed banker turned startup CFO with over 12 years as an active Estonian Defence Forces reserve officer. He has directly supported leading defence tech companies such as Kraken, Labrys, SkySpy and Offset Labs.
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Nicolas Lozano Landinez
MBA Fellow
Former U.S. Army infantry officer with 7 years of operational experience in Europe. Focused on strengthening transatlantic resilience and empowering breakthrough technologies, with prior experience sourcing and underwriting defence startups across Europe at Context Ventures.
