Shield Capital
Overview
Shield Capital is a venture capital firm investing in early-stage companies building technologies that matter in artificial intelligence, autonomy, cybersecurity, and space.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| UFORCE | Mar 2026 | Seed | Lead |
| HawkEye 360 | Nov 2021 | Series D | Co-investor |
| Agile Planetary Exploration, Inc. | Jun 2024 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Apex | Jun 2024 | Series B | Co-investor |
| Armada | May 2026 | Series B | Co-investor |
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Key People
Philip M. Bilden
Founder & Managing Partner
Raj S.
Managing Partner
Pat O'Reilly
Operating Partner
John Serafini
Venture Partner
Matthew L. Scullin
Venture Partner
Michael A. Brown
Partner
Lisa Hill
Director of Investor Relations and Engagement
David Rothzeid
Principal
Jacqueline Neugue
Investor Relations Associate
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Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
FAQ
Where is Shield Capital based?
Shield Capital is headquartered in Burlingame, California, United States.
When was Shield Capital founded?
Shield Capital was founded in 2021.
How many portfolio companies does Shield Capital have?
Shield Capital has 41 portfolio companies in Caplight's dataset.
What are some companies in Shield Capital's portfolio?
Portfolio companies visible on Caplight include UFORCE, HawkEye 360, Agile Planetary Exploration, Inc., Apex, Armada.
What was Shield Capital's most recent investment shown here?
Shield Capital's most recent investment in this portfolio sample was in Armada in 2026.
What sectors does Shield Capital focus on?
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What company stages does Shield Capital focus on?
Shield Capital typically invests at the Early stage.
What is Shield Capital's AUM?
Shield Capital's assets under management are estimated between $250.0M and $500.0M.