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NEW VISTA CAPITAL

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Washington · 49 people tracked

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Investment thesis

New Vista Capital invests in next-generation technologies that provide strategic advantage across air, land, sea, and space. The firm focuses on AI and autonomous systems, dual-use space technologies, advanced manufacturing for reindustrialization, and defense innovation. The team leverages deep expertise from defense procurement, large-scale military and commercial project leadership, and operational military experience to support founders from inception through scaling.

Source: firm website, verified Jul 21, 2026.

HQ
Washington, US
Instruments
Equity
Tracked investments
7

Team · 49 people

from the firm's website
Dennis Muilenburg· Co-Founder, Chairman & Senior Partner
Gen. Stephen Wilson· Co-Founder & Senior Partner
Kirsten Bartok Touw· Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Diana Zhou· Partner
Kory Mathews· Senior Partner
Travis Nelson· Emeritus Partner
Carole N. House· Former White House National Security Council Special Advisor; Former Chair, CFTC Technology Advisory Committee
Chris Cassidy· NASA Astronaut and former Navy SEAL
Chuck Corcoran· Major General USAF (ret.)
Dan Hart· Former CEO Virgin Orbit
Daniel Fata· Former U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for European and NATO Policy
Dave Kumashiro· Brigadier General USAF (ret.)
Dr. Mung Chiang· President Northwestern University
Dr. Sean Kirkpatrick· Former Deputy Director of Intelligence, U.S. Space Command
Fumez Huyck· Major General USAF (ret.)
Gene Black· Vice Admiral USN (ret.)
Greg Hodgson· Former Senior Director at the Boeing Company
Gregg Martin· Former Chief Engineer at the Boeing Company
Gur Kimchi· Co-founder Data Blanket, former Vice President Amazon (Air Mobility)
H.R. McMaster· Lieutenant General USA (ret.)
Heidi Grant· Former Global Growth & Engagement Head at the Boeing Company, former Director Defense Security Cooperation Agency
Holly Nelson· Head of Finance
James B. Hecker· General USAF (ret.)
Jeff Kruse· Lieutenant General USAF (ret.)
Jenn Short· Lieutenant General USAF (ret.)
John J. Lott· Head of Capital Markets
John Keefe· Former Cyber & Space Leader, National Security Agency, National Security Council, & NASA
John Tracy· Former Chief Technology Officer of the Boeing Company
Josh Marcuse· Google Public Sector
Kristyn Jones· Former Acting Undersecretary, U.S. Air Force
Lance Landrum· Lieutenant General USAF (ret.)
Lewis Craparotta· Lieutenant General USMC (ret.)
Marion Blakey· Former FAA Administrator, former CEO and President of Rolls-Royce America
Mike Boera· Major General USAF (ret.)
Morton Lin· Investor
Nolan Olsen· Capital Formation
Rafferty Jackson· Jack Industries
Rob Weiss· Aerospace Executive & Former Executive VP/General Manager, Advanced Development Programs, Lockheed
Scott Drennan· CEO and President of Otto Aviation
Shelby Pierson· Former U.S. Intelligence Community (CIA, ODNI, NGA)
Shelly O'Neill Stoneman· Former White House Legislative Affairs, former SVP (Government) Lockheed Martin, former SVP (Government) BAE Systems
Wendy R. Anderson· SVP (Government and Global Affairs), Sales Force, Former SVP (National Security), Palantir
Wolfgang Hanreider· Member of Board of Directors at Max Automation, former Carlyle Group (European Fund Head)
Yotam Avrahami· Former Deloitte Transportation

What they invest in

from 6 of 7 portfolio companies

Defense Tech ×5Hardware ×4Advanced Manufacturing ×2AI & Machine Learning ×2Deep Tech ×2Cleantech ×1Construction Tech ×1Logistics & Supply Chain ×1

HQs:United States×5

Investments · 7 tracked

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Air Space Intelligenceairspace-intelligence.comin𝕏

Airspace Intelligence develops predictive software for mission-critical operations in defense and infrastructure sectors, serving large airlines and US government agencies. The company uses geospatial AI and machine learning to provide decision-makers with predictive capabilities rather than reactive visibility into complex operational environments.

AI & Machine LearningDeep TechDefense TechLogistics & Supply ChainBoston, US

Assembly OSMassemblyosm.com

Assembly OSM develops modular construction technology and methods to make urban development scalable and sustainable, enabling rapid high-rise building assembly.

CleantechConstruction TechPropTechNew York, US

Bravo Ordnancewarhead.co

Warhead designs and manufactures advanced explosive ordnance systems for autonomous weapons platforms and drone applications. The company serves U.S. defense and military customers with transport-safe binary explosives and 3D-printed warheads for counter-UAS and autonomous systems.

Deep TechDefense TechHardware

Devan Plantamura(CEO)Anthony Jones(COO and Co-Founder)Jacob Lambuth(CTO)

Castelioncastelion.com

Castelion develops advanced strike systems and defense hardware with a focus on rapid iteration and scalable manufacturing to reduce costs and development timelines for U.S. defense applications. The company aims to restore American industrial agility in weapons development and strengthen national security capabilities.

Advanced ManufacturingDefense TechHardwareTorrance, US

Bryon Hargis(Co-Founder & CEO)Sean Pitt(Co-Founder & COO)Andrew Kreitz(Co-Founder & CFO)

Chariot Defensechariotdefense.com

Chariot develops transportable power systems and high-voltage power distribution equipment for military and tactical operations in field conditions. The company serves defense and expeditionary teams requiring sustained, portable power beyond grid infrastructure.

Defense TechHardware

Deterrencedeterrence.comin
Viewamca.com

AMCA operates a software-enabled contract manufacturing facility that combines traditional and additive manufacturing with AI-powered simulation tools for product design and engineering feedback. The company serves customers requiring high-assurance manufacturing, testing, and validation capabilities, particularly those needing DO and MIL-STD qualification.

Advanced ManufacturingAI & Machine LearningDefense TechHardware

Frequently asked questions

What sectors does NEW VISTA CAPITAL focus on?
NEW VISTA CAPITAL focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, Hardware, Space Tech.
Where is NEW VISTA CAPITAL located?
NEW VISTA CAPITAL is headquartered in Washington, US.

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