Scout Ventures

⚔️ 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 ⚔️ At Scout Ventures, we believe that the leadership forged at West Point is uniquely suited to solve the world’s most complex challenges. That is why we are proud to champion the West Point Silicon Valley Symposium—a premier gathering that ignites innovation and partnership across the veteran ecosystem. The mission is clear: connect West Point entrepreneurs, C-suite executives, and global investors to build the next generation of mission-critical technology. 🚀 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻? This is not just another networking event; it is a strategic hub for Dual-Use Capabilities. We are diving deep into the sectors that define the modern battlefield and the future of commerce:  • Defense Tech & Cybersecurity  • Information Systems  • SaaS & Frontier Startups 🤝 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿? Whether you are in the ideation stage with a napkin sketch or an established founder who has navigated successful exits, this symposium is for you. We are bringing together the collective power of the Long Gray Line to create long-term networking value and tangible partnership opportunities. All networking is welcome. Whether you are looking to invest, seek a co-founder, or simply give back to the grad community, we want you in the room. Let’s continue building, scaling, and leading. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gE-2brzJ Bradley C. Harrison Cody H. Ian Folau John Tawdrouse Nate George Greg Kaparski Kellie Pais Austin Hunt Terence Sinkfield Michael Johnson Luca Sesti Allie Novak #WestPoint #LongGrayLine #Entrepreneurship #VeteranOwned #DualUseVC  

Demand. Defined. Get ready for Army leadership to clearly outline the capabilities the service is investing in, and for acquisition officials to map out how to move these capabilities from concept to contract: Contested Logistics, Long Range Fire, Autonomous Systems, and Command and Control. This closed-door event shifts the conversation from guessing and anticipating to candid discussion about real demands and the procurement pathways to the field at the speed of need. This is where capability, capital, and procurement align. Register Here: https://lnkd.in/g8ZA7u4i #ArmyDemandSignal Army PIT, Sam Spencer-Pittman, Blaise Zandoli, Joy Schoffler, Samantha Brown, Scout Ventures, Outlander VC, SAIC, BAE Systems, Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Harpoon, Franklin Templeton, Business Executives for National Security (BENS), JPMorganChase, Sara R. Scharf, Ph.D., Bahareh Haji-saeed, PhD, Cody H., Bradley C. Harrison, Nate George, John Tawdrouse, Kellie Pais, AJ Smith, Barbara Supplee, Michael Hauser, Brian Koslosky, Jerry McGinn, Ph.D., Nick Hatcher, Katie Kenning, James Cross, Jeremy Stein, Jacob Windle, Aleksandar Jovovic

Hardware, Software, and Heart. 🛡️🤖 The global race for AI dominance is accelerating. With the EU committing $1T to rearm and the Indo-Pacific investing heavily in next-gen tech, the U.S. must lead the conversation. In the latest Defense Opinion article, Scout Ventures Founder Brad Harrison highlights that the "secret sauce" to maintaining our edge is not just technology—it is operational culture. But leading requires more than just launching platforms like GenAI.mil. It requires: 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁: Junior service members are embracing AI tools faster than policy can keep up. Success depends on how quickly leadership aligns operational practices. 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗘𝘅𝗲𝗰𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Avoiding "coordination gaps" during policy transitions is vital for national security. 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺: Real-time feedback from soldiers (like at events such as xTechOverwatch) is the only way to move technology from pilot programs to combat readiness. At Scout, we don’t just fund ideas; we back founders who put prototypes in real operational settings. We are optimistic that defense leadership is following suit—getting "dirty and calloused" to ensure AI moves past pilot programs and into the hands of those who need it most. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gp6Mvdxh Bradley C. Harrison Cody H. Ian Folau Nate George John Tawdrouse Greg Kaparski Kellie Pais Luca Sesti Allie Novak Gabe Angieri #DualUseVC #AI #NationalSecurity #DefenseInnovation

Registration is now open for Army Demand Signal Forum: https://lnkd.in/g8ZA7u4i On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, in the heart of Silicon Valley, be in the room that brings together top Army leaders and acquisition professionals, private sector investors, and defense tech innovators to drive candid conversations and bring clarity into modernization priorities and acquisition pathways to fund the capabilities that are defining the future of defense. This iteration of the Army Demand Signal Forum will focus on Army capabilities most applicable for US Army Pacific (USARPAC): Contested Logistics, Long Range Fires, Autonomous Systems & Command and Control. Transparent Priorities. Partner Opportunities. Funded Capabilities. #ArmyDemandSignal Army PIT, Sam Spencer-Pittman, Blaise Zandoli, Joy Schoffler, Samantha Brown, Scout Ventures, Outlander VC, SAIC, BAE Systems, Inc., Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Harpoon, Franklin Templeton, Business Executives for National Security (BENS), JPMorganChase, Sara R. Scharf, Ph.D., Bahareh Haji-saeed, PhD,  Cody H., Bradley C. Harrison, Nate George, John Tawdrouse, Kellie Pais, AJ Smith, Barbara Supplee, Michael Hauser, Brian Koslosky, Jerry McGinn, Ph.D., Nick Hatcher, Katie Kenning, James Cross, Jeremy Stein, Jacob Windle, Aleksandar D. Jovovic 

Voyager has been awarded a multi-million-dollar contract under NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s ELVIS 3, continuing our role supporting the agency’s Launch Services Program at Kennedy Space Center. Our team helps ensure launch vehicles and spacecraft are integrated and ready for the missions that power NASA’s science and exploration efforts. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gm66B4ax #VOYG #missionready

🚀 Big News: Scout Ventures Closes Oversubscribed $125M Fund V We are thrilled to announce the closing of Scout Ventures Fund V, an oversubscribed $125 million vehicle dedicated to the frontier technologies that will define global deterrence and national security for the next two decades. At a time when technological superiority is the foundation of sovereignty, Fund V will double down on the "critical path" technologies that ensure industrial resilience and mission success. As Brad Harrison, our Managing Partner, puts it: "Our mission is to help build technology so capable that it deters adversaries from ever firing a shot." We don’t just provide capital; we provide operational fluency. From navigating complex government landscapes to scaling deep-tech go-to-market strategies, we act as a force multiplier for our portfolio companies. A huge thank you to our limited partners for their unwavering confidence and to the founders who are tackling the world’s most pressing challenges at the intersection of commercial opportunity and national imperative. Onward to the frontier. 🇺🇸 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dUm6KEE4 Bradley C. Harrison Cody H. Nate George Ian Folau Greg Kaparski Kellie Pais Ambassador Kenneth J “KJ” Braithwaite Troy Lambeth Luca Sesti Allie Novak Julia Hornstein #VentureCapital #NationalSecurity #DualUseVC #DeepTech #DefenseTech #ScoutVentures

The future of American innovation took center stage at Texas Business Hall of Fame Creators 2026, where Scout Ventures founder and TBHF Alum Bradley C. Harrison joined an elite group of leaders. The event’s highlight was an exclusive conversation between Joe Lonsdale and Graham Weston, exploring the critical intersection of AI, world civilization, and the enduring strength of the American spirit. At Scout Ventures, these conversations are more than theoretical—they are the foundation of our investment thesis. As we back the next generation of 'hard tech' and AI-driven solutions, we remain committed to ensuring that the future of world civilization is built on a bedrock of American innovation and national security. Cody H. Nate George Ian Folau Greg Kaparski Kellie Pais Luca Sesti Allie Novak #ScoutVentures #TBHF #DualUseVC #TechInnovation

𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰-𝗣𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗳𝗳 The ongoing dispute between Anthropic and the Pentagon is a watershed moment for the venture capital community and the future of dual-use technology. Following a breakdown in negotiations over AI safety guardrails, the Pentagon has designated Anthropic as a "supply chain risk." This unprecedented move—effectively blacklisting the company from U.S. defense contracts—highlights a growing tension: How do we balance the rapid deployment of frontier AI with the ethical boundaries set by its creators? Our founder, Bradley C. Harrison, weighed in on the implications for investors and the broader ecosystem. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gSJfdNBq Cody H. Nate George Ian Folau Greg Kaparski Kellie Pais Luca Sesti Allie Novak Barbara Booth