Black Flag
San Diego · Pre-Seed–Seed · 1 people tracked
Investment thesis
Virtual accelerator offering $250k–$1M as the first check, with direct DARPA and defense-buyer access and a single application reviewed by three specialized defense investors.
Team · 1 people
from the firm's websiteMatias Zorrilla applies structured‑finance and late‑stage transaction expertise as a San Diego–based, first‑look gatekeeper for early‑stage defense and critical‑tech founders, offering quantitative, capital‑structure‑aware VC/accelerator partnership and fundraising guidance.
Investments · 2 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathFrequently asked questions
- What stage does Black Flag invest at?
- Black Flag invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is Black Flag's typical check size?
- Black Flag typically writes checks of $100K – $1M.
- What sectors does Black Flag focus on?
- Black Flag focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Biotech, Climate Tech, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Energy, Hardware, New Materials, Robotics, Semiconductors.
- Where is Black Flag located?
- Black Flag is headquartered in San Diego, US.
- Does Black Flag lead rounds?
- Yes, Black Flag leads investment rounds.
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