One 9 Investments
Venture capitalCanada · Seed–Series B
Investment thesis
ONE9 invests at the intersection of national security and technological innovation, backing founders and companies building capabilities vital to security and prosperity rather than technology alone. Its strategy balances deep conviction with diversification across stage, geography, and theme. Focus areas include mission-critical and additive manufacturing, dual-use aerospace and space, autonomous systems, AI/software-defined defence and data dominance, critical infrastructure protection, cybersecurity, secure connectivity and edge computing, and quantum technologies. As Kensington Capital Partners' dedicated security and defence platform, backed by AGF Capital Partners, it aims to derisk investments through its Capability Labs and expert task force while delivering outsized returns.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
What they invest in
from 4 of 13 portfolio companiesDefense Tech ×4Hardware ×3Data & Infrastructure ×2AI & Machine Learning ×1Deep Tech ×1GovTech ×1IoT ×1Space Tech ×1
HQs:United States×4
Investments · 13 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAdvanced and cost-effective counter-uncrewed aerial systems (CUAS) solutions.
Develops resilient mesh networks for connectivity in disconnected, denied, or contested environments.
Hidden Level develops advanced RF (radio frequency) sensing technology for defense, aviation, and intelligence applications.
Data & InfrastructureDeep TechDefense TechGovTechHardwareSyracuse, US
Brad A. Garber(Executive Officer)Suzanne A. Spaulding(Director)Gary A. Dominicos(Executive Officer)Tim A. Graham(Executive Officer)Randy A. Glein(Director)Buddy A. Arnheim(Director)
North Vector Dynamics designs precision-guided interceptor missiles for neutralizing drones in air defense applications.
Defense TechHardware
Canada's missile technology leader developing counter-UAS and hypersonic capabilities.
Slingshot provides real-time operational intelligence and autonomous coordination software for space operations, serving defense, commercial, and sovereign operators.
AI & Machine LearningData & InfrastructureDefense TechSpace TechEl Segundo, US
Builds space domain awareness, space traffic coordination, and space security solutions.
Data intelligence provider offering end-to-end data collection and analysis for critical infrastructure.
Transforms open-source data into strategic intelligence for navigating geopolitical risks.
AI-enhanced open architecture control system connecting human-machine teams across tactical networks.
Melbourne, US
Bradley Truesdell(Executive Officer, Director)John Vecchio(Director)Matthew Summer(Director)
BoardBrij Sharma(Director)
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does One 9 Investments invest at?
- One 9 Investments invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B stages.
- What sectors does One 9 Investments focus on?
- One 9 Investments focuses on Advanced Manufacturing, AI & Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, Defense Tech, IoT, Quantum Computing, Robotics, Space Tech.
- Where is One 9 Investments located?
- One 9 Investments is headquartered in Canada, CA.
Media · Podcasts & interviews
from their channelFrom Reactive to Proactive: A New Cybersecurity Philosophy
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Don't Mistake Our Kindness For Weakness
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Understanding & Overcoming Operator Syndrome | Full Discussion with Dr. Chris Frueh
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How a Warfighter pivoted to Defence Investment: The Origin Story of ONE9
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Industry-Leading Mesh Radio Technology | ONE9 Hot Wash 002
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