Enlightenment Capital
Private equityWashington · 21 people tracked
Investment thesis
Enlightenment Capital pursues innovation-driven growth in the defense and government technology sector, with particular emphasis on artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities. The firm partners with mission-critical portfolio companies to drive AI adoption, accelerate technology innovation, and deliver measurable value to government customers while building advanced technological capabilities aligned with national interests.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 18, 2026.
Team · 21 people
from the firm's website & public directoriesWhat they invest in
from 16 of 37 portfolio companiesGovTech ×9Cybersecurity ×7Defense Tech ×7SaaS ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Hardware ×3Deep Tech ×2Enterprise Software ×2
HQs:United States×5
Investments · 37 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAgile Defense provides technology capabilities and solutions supporting national security and civilian government missions.
Defense TechGovTech
Cryptic Vector develops offensive cyber capabilities, low-SWaP ISR/EW platforms, and engineering automation tools for military and defense operators working in contested cyber and electromagnetic environments.
CybersecurityDefense TechHardware
CyberCore Technologies provides supply chain risk management and secure IT procurement services, covering multi-vendor acquisition, integration, testing, and secure delivery of hardware while verifying components against counterfeiting and tampering.
CybersecurityGovTechLogistics & Supply ChainElkridge, US
EverWatch provides software development, cyber, and analytical services along with deployed operational and mission support for intelligence and defense agencies.
CybersecurityDefense TechGovTech
EXP Tech develops AI/ML-powered sensor processing and data analysis systems for the defense and intelligence community.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense Tech
Greg Harrison(Chief Technology Officer)
Co-investorsRazor's Edge Ventures
Forterra develops autonomous weapons, sensors, and battlefield systems using distributed control networks for defense operations.
AI & Machine LearningDefense TechRobotics
Alberto Lacaze(Chairman of the Board and President)Joseph Putney(Chief Technology Officer)
Co-investorsGlynn Capital ManagementNightDragonSoftBank Vision FundVanedge CapitalVanedge Capital Limited PartnershipXYZ Venture Capital+8 more
Laxton is an identity systems integrator that designs and manufactures biometric identity products and an identity management platform for governments and organisations.
CybersecurityGovTechHardware
Living Earth is a manufacturer and retailer of organic mulch, compost, soil, high-performance soil amendments, and landscaping aggregates such as sand, gravel, and rock.
Circular EconomyConsumer
Co-investorsSJF Ventures
MicroPact (now part of Tyler Technologies) provides software solutions for public-sector organizations, focused on case management, business process management, and data management for government agencies.
Enterprise SoftwareGovTechSaaS
Co-investorsWP Global Partners
Solarcore is a materials technology company developing ultra-thin, aerogel-based thermal insulation for use across industries including HVAC, battery and energy storage systems, automotive, marine, apparel, and footwear.
CleantechDeep TechHardwareNew MaterialsPortland, US
Michael Markesbery(Co-Founder & CEO)inRithvik Venna(Co-Founder & COO)Jeff Nash(Chief Technology Officer)
Co-investorsBay Bridge Ventures ClimateBreak Trail VenturesElizabeth Street VenturesEvolution VenturesGOLDWIN VENTURE PARTNERSIronGate Capital Advisors+8 more
Telos Corporation provides cybersecurity, identity vetting, and compliance solutions, including cyber governance/risk/compliance software and biometric identity services, serving enterprises and U.S. federal government agencies.
CybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareGovTech
Veilant designs and fields secure communications systems, private cellular and attribution-aware networking infrastructure, device virtualization, and privacy applications, along with mission consulting and training.
CybersecurityDefense TechGovTech
Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Forterra · kalkinemedia.com · Jul 16, 2026
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Enlightenment Capital made?
- Enlightenment Capital has 37 tracked investments, including 1 dated in the last 24 months.
- What sectors does Enlightenment Capital focus on?
- Enlightenment Capital focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Defense Tech, GovTech, Space Tech.
- Where is Enlightenment Capital located?
- Enlightenment Capital is headquartered in Washington, US.
- Who does Enlightenment Capital co-invest with?
- Enlightenment Capital most often shares deals with Glynn Capital Management, IronGate Capital Advisors, Snatched Ventures, among 20 tracked co-investors.
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Co-investors · 1
Razor's Edge Ventures invests in rapidly-growing technology companies, with a team made up of entrepreneurs, operators and investors.
Firms observed investing alongside Enlightenment Capital, from public investor directories. Shared companies are the overlap with Enlightenment Capital's recorded portfolio.
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