Accelerating the Future of Dual-Use Innovation
Grind Ventures is launching a $20M Seed Stage Accelerator Fund in Louisiana to back dual-use national security and critical industry companies located in the SE US. Leveraging a proven track record of 3X+ ROI across 12 previous investments (2017–2023), the fund is designed to foster innovation while driving economic growth in Louisiana by filling critical supply chain needs.
Our Philosophy
Think. Grind. Invest.
Our approach is deliberate and disciplined. We think strategically about the defense technology landscape, identifying gaps where innovation can create asymmetric advantages. We grind relentlessly to support our portfolio companies through the complex defense acquisition process. We invest with conviction in founders building technologies that serve both commercial markets and national security priorities.
What We Do
Dual-Use Technology Investment
Grind Ventures focuses on companies developing technologies with applications across both commercial and defense sectors. This dual-use approach enables our portfolio companies to:
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Build sustainable businesses with multiple revenue streams
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Navigate defense procurement while maintaining commercial traction
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Scale faster through commercial market validation
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Access both venture capital and government funding pathways
MavenWERX Connection
Connected to the Defense Innovation Ecosystem
Grind Ventures maintains strategic relationships with leading defense innovation programs including the MavenWERX Accelerator network. Through these partnerships, our portfolio companies gain:
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Direct access to Department of Defense end-users
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Guidance on SBIR/STTR funding opportunities
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Connections to prime contractors and defense integrators
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Mentorship from defense acquisition experts
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Pathways to pilot programs and contract opportunities
Our ecosystem approach ensures founders don't just get capital—they get the connections and expertise needed to succeed in the defense market.
Why Grind Ventures
What Makes Us Different
Deep Defense Expertise: We understand both the opportunity and the challenges of building defense technology companies. Our team has navigated the defense ecosystem and knows how to help founders succeed.
Network Effects: Our portfolio companies benefit from introductions to program offices, prime contractors, and other defense stakeholders that typically take years to cultivate.
Patient Capital: We understand that defense sales cycles are longer than typical SaaS businesses. We structure our investments and support accordingly.
Hands-On Support: We work alongside founders to develop go-to-market strategies, prepare for defense demonstrations, and navigate the unique requirements of government customers.
