Chenel Capital Partners
New York · Pre-Seed–Late Stage · 13 people tracked
Investment thesis
Chenel Capital Partners identifies critical market gaps and inefficiencies demanding innovative solutions, then researches sustainable approaches that address these challenges while enabling long-term growth. The firm transforms these solutions into scalable opportunities to deliver exceptional financial returns while driving meaningful impact. Its investment thesis emphasizes understanding the economic structures of companies from early stages to public offerings, enabling thorough due diligence applicable across private and public sectors.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.
Team · 13 people
from the firm's websiteFounder and Managing Partner of Chenel Capital, a New York-based alternative investment firm. He focuses on early, venture, and growth-stage opportunities driven by technology and innovation, and is launching The Chenel Foundation to advance healthcare, education, and employment for underserved communities.
Works in capital formation across private markets supporting fundraising efforts with a focus on space infrastructure. Previously managed approximately $250M in client assets as a Portfolio Manager. Holds degrees from NYU and Pepperdine University.
Leads capital formation, institutional capital positioning, and go-to-market execution with over 20 years of experience in global capital markets. Previously held senior roles at ABN AMRO and RBS as Global Head of Prime Services, and launched the U.S. securities finance platform at Itaú. Holds degrees from SUNY Albany and Fordham University with executive certifications from Harvard and Wharton.
Leads UK and European capital formation initiatives. Previously focused on connecting East Asian family offices and investors with investment opportunities across the US and Europe. Holds a BA in Chinese and International Relations and an MSc in Consumer Analytics and Marketing Strategy from the University of Leeds.
Global business leader and former CEO with over 35 years of experience in marketing, branding, and organizational development. Held senior leadership roles at Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, and British American Tobacco. Advises on consumer insight, leadership, and performance.
Oversees client service, marketing, and reporting efforts with over 18 years of experience across private equity, venture capital, real estate, infrastructure, and private credit. Previously a Principal at Blackstone where she sub-advised alternative portfolios for U.S. insurance providers. Holds degrees from SUNY Buffalo, University of Pittsburgh, and Cornell University.
Nationally recognized criminal justice reform leader with over two decades of experience building and scaling social impact organizations. Serves as board member of The Chenel Foundation with expertise in governance, equity, and responsible institutional leadership.
Focuses on capital formation, fundraising efforts, and LP relationships with over 23 years of experience across hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, real estate, and asset management. Supports the firm's space-focused investment strategy launch. Holds a BA from Lafayette College and CIMA and CMFC designations.
Leads strategic operations overseeing daily operations, communications, and cross-team execution. Brings 10 years of experience across venture capital, capital markets, fintech, and emerging tech from work in startups, public firms, and global institutions. Previously Head of Business Development at Enkonix Venture Studio. Holds a degree in International Relations from Taras Shevchenko National University.
Partner at Nixon Peabody's Corporate practice with almost 30 years of experience. Represents public companies, foreign private issuers, and SPACs on compliance matters and securities offerings including IPOs, private placements, and digital asset treasury transactions.
Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer with over 24 years of experience in private credit, private equity, and hedge fund strategies. Previously served in leadership roles at Morgan Stanley Tactical Value and Neuberger Berman. Holds an MBA from Case Western Reserve University and a BS in Accounting from Purdue University.
Leads operations in the Middle East with expertise in strategic operations and international relations. Previously held senior roles in the Israeli government and high-tech sector. A former Special Forces Combat Team Commander who mentors at the Rothschild and Ramon Foundations. Holds a BA from University of Haifa and an MBA from the Technion.
What they invest in
from 2 of 6 portfolio companiesDefense Tech ×2Hardware ×2Space Tech ×2EdTech ×1
HQs:United States×1
Investments · 6 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAstra provides dedicated orbital launch services and manufactures electric propulsion systems for satellites. The company serves government and commercial customers seeking responsive space access and on-orbit satellite operations.
Defense TechHardwareSpace TechAlameda, US
Chris Kemp(Founder)Dr. Adam London(Founder)
Axiom Space develops commercial space stations and provides access to low-Earth orbit microgravity environments for research, manufacturing, and innovation by governments, researchers, and organizations.
Defense TechEdTechHardwareSpace Tech
Dr. Kam Ghaffarian(Executive Chairman)Michael Suffredini(Founder, former CEO and President)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does Chenel Capital Partners invest at?
- Chenel Capital Partners invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth, Late Stage stages.
- What sectors does Chenel Capital Partners focus on?
- Chenel Capital Partners focuses on Defense Tech, Sector Agnostic, Space Tech.
- Where is Chenel Capital Partners located?
- Chenel Capital Partners is headquartered in New York, US.
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