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Forma Prime
Venture capitalSeekonk · Pre-Seed–Series B · 7 people tracked
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Investment thesis
Forma Prime backs the fundamental technologies the world runs on rather than applications built on top of them. It invests in quantum technologies moving from theory to deployment across computing, sensing, and communications, prioritizing vertically integrated platforms with clear commercialization paths in commercial optimization and national security. In semiconductors, it targets next-generation architectures, advanced materials, and enabling technologies supporting AI and high-performance computing, as well as ecosystem players improving design, manufacturing, and scalability. It also invests in advanced sensing, including quantum-enabled sensors, RF, and photonic systems for defense and industrial markets, especially GPS-denied environments. The firm aligns investments with reinforcing U.S. and allied technology leadership.
Source: firm website, verified Oct 24, 2026.
Team · 7 people
from the firm's website
An innovation and venture capital specialist who leads partnership and due diligence efforts; previously co-founded LabCloud, a lab operations software platform, and conducted R&D across deep tech, AI, cybersecurity, and life sciences. Holds honors degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from UMass Amherst.
A venture operator and growth strategist focused on go-to-market strategy and revenue growth for deep technology companies. Began her career in media at ABC Studios and co-founded a startup accelerator supporting underrepresented founders.
A technology executive with over two decades at Intel, most recently as VP in Intel's Network and Edge Group and GM of Edge Products and Technologies, focused on commercializing semiconductor, edge computing, AI, and IoT platforms. Holds a bioengineering degree from Texas A&M University.
Technology executive and venture investor who served as CIO at MIT, overseeing enterprise technology strategy and infrastructure. Experienced in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure and advanced computing, and active as an investor and advisor to early- and growth-stage companies.
A communications and reputation strategist who previously founded and scaled the communications firm Bevel, which grew to represent over $60B in AUM before being exited in 2023, and specializes in media strategy and investor positioning.
A quantum computing expert who spent over three decades at IBM, including as VP of Quantum Ecosystem Development, and later served as VP of Corporate Development at ColdQuanta (now Infleqtion). Author of 'Dancing with Qubits' and holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Princeton.
A technology executive and acceleration architect with experience at PayPal and BCG Digital Ventures, frequently serving in interim CTO or product leadership roles across AI, robotics, cybersecurity, and fintech. Holds advanced degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford University.
What they invest in
from 5 of 10 portfolio companiesDeep Tech ×3Hardware ×2IoT ×2Quantum Computing ×2Semiconductors ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Defense Tech ×1E-commerce ×1
HQs:Germany×2United States×2Canada×1
Investments · 10 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathBy year:2026 · 22025 · 13 dated
Infleqtion builds neutral-atom quantum computers, precision quantum sensors, and related software, and works on integrated photonics to scale quantum systems.
Deep TechHardwareQuantum ComputingLouisville, US
Dana Anderson(Founder)inPranav Gokhale(Chief Technology Officer)inPaul Lipman(Chief Revenue Officer)inJason D. Hall(Chief Legal Officer)inIlan Hart(Chief Financial Officer)inMatthew J. Kinsella(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsBreakthrough VictoriaCaruso VenturesGlynn Capital ManagementIn-Q-TelMaverick VenturesS Ventures+7 more
Mailchimp is an email and SMS marketing platform that helps businesses of all sizes automate customer communications and drive revenue through AI-powered analytics and campaign tools.
E-commerceMarketing TechSaaS
Co-investors24 HaymarketDecisive PointFifth WallFitz Gate VenturesHello TomorrowMapleblock Capital+11 more
Phantom Photonics develops quantum-enhanced sensing technologies designed to operate in challenging environments where conventional sensors fail.
AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechQuantum ComputingWaterloo, CA
Co-investorsInnovative Solutions Canada
Other
Tracked investments with no reachable website or further public details — typically companies that wound down, renamed, or were absorbed.
Quantum Network Technologies, Inc.FaradaIC SensorsGradient TechnologiesMetaphosQunett
Rows marked “SEC filing” are inferred from directors named on the company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Exits · 1
1 IPOsInfleqtionNYSE: INFQ
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has Forma Prime made?
- Forma Prime has 10 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited, including 3 dated in the last 24 months.
- What stage does Forma Prime invest at?
- Forma Prime invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does Forma Prime focus on?
- Forma Prime focuses on AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Hardware, New Materials, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Semiconductors.
- Where is Forma Prime located?
- Forma Prime is headquartered in Seekonk, US.
- Who does Forma Prime co-invest with?
- Forma Prime most often shares deals with Glynn Capital Management, In-Q-Tel, Nauta Capital, among 28 tracked co-investors.
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