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Sam Stonberg
Sr. Investment Manager at Lockheed Martin Ventures
Sam Stonberg is a Senior Investment Manager at Lockheed Martin Ventures, the strategic investment arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation.14 In this role, he focuses on scouting and investing in promising startups that align with Lockheed Martin's technology needs and strategic goals.12
Key Responsibilities and Focus Areas
Stonberg's primary investment focus at Lockheed Martin Ventures includes:
- Aeronautics technologies
- Advanced weapons
- Cybersecurity
- Climate technology2
As a "venture lead," Stonberg is specifically assigned to scout for startups that can fill unmet technology needs for Lockheed Martin Space in Colorado.1
Investment Approach
Stonberg and the Lockheed Martin Ventures team typically:
- Prioritize seed-stage companies, often investing in startups at very early stages1
- Invest between $500,000 to $5 million per deal, with a sweet spot around $2.5 million3
- Operate from a fund size of approximately $400 million36
Value Proposition
Stonberg emphasizes that Lockheed Martin Ventures offers more than just capital to startups. Their investments come with additional benefits, including:
- Access to Lockheed Martin's engineering talent and expertise
- Potential to secure Lockheed Martin as a customer
- Support for government grant applications, such as Small Business Innovation Research grants1
Background
Before joining Lockheed Martin Ventures, Sam Stonberg worked as a Principal at Oridun Capital Management Ltd.4 He is currently based in the Denver, Colorado area.5
