Athena Security
6 known investors
Athena Security offers an AI-powered concealed weapons detection and security screening platform that adds real-time monitoring, compliance documentation, and operational oversight on top of physical detector hardware from vendors like Apollo, CEIA, Garrett, and Metrasens. It serves healthcare providers, casinos, schools, and warehouse distribution facilities across North America, with features including AI X-ray baggage scanning, visitor management, evasion detection, and DHS/AB2975 compliance reporting.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 6
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements- Undisclosed amountSeed RoundAug 2024Source ↗
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Non-dilutive funding · 1 SBIR/STTR award
Federal grants — no equity taken| Agency | Phase | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Air ForceAir Force | Phase I | 2020 | $50K |
Source: SBIR.gov award data (U.S. Small Business Administration). SBIR/STTR awards are competitive federal R&D grants and contracts — non-dilutive capital alongside any venture rounds above.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Athena Security do?
- Athena Security offers an AI-powered concealed weapons detection and security screening platform that adds real-time monitoring, compliance documentation, and operational oversight on top of physical detector hardware from vendors like Apollo, CEIA, Garrett, and Metrasens. It serves healthcare providers, casinos, schools, and warehouse distribution facilities across North America, with features including AI X-ray baggage scanning, visitor management, evasion detection, and DHS/AB2975 compliance reporting.
- Who founded Athena Security?
- Athena Security was founded by Michael G., Lisa Falzone.
- Who are Athena Security's investors?
- Athena Security's investors include Cleo Capital, Hinge Capital, MaC Venture Capital, Rivet Ventures, SINEWAVE VENTURES, Starting Line.