Starburst Ventures

starburst.aero

Starburst invests in proven and validated deep tech companies across mobility (eVTOL, autonomous drones, electric flight), space (satellites, launchers, communications), enabling technologies (AI/ML, new materials, quantum computing), connectivity (networks, cybersecurity), and infrastructure (energy, manufacturing) that are changing the aerospace and defense industry.

Check Size

Not specified

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth

Focus Areas

Hardware, Robotics, Space Tech

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Investment Thesis

Starburst believes that aerospace and defense innovation is critical for national security, economic growth, and technological advancement globally. They are committed to democratizing access to aerospace innovation by connecting deep tech startups with corporate partners, government stakeholders, and investors. Their approach combines three complementary activities—accelerators, strategy consulting, and venture investments—to help entrepreneurs navigate the complex aerospace ecosystem and bring transformative technologies to market faster.

What Sets Them Apart

Unique combination of three complementary activities: startup accelerators, strategy consulting, and venture investments
100+ years of cumulative aerospace industry experience across their team
Comprehensive knowledge of entrepreneurial landscape, emerging technology, industry trends, and global allied defense priorities
Network of 60 corporate and government partners providing mentorship, investment, and business development opportunities
Global presence across 8 locations (Los Angeles, Washington DC, Paris, Munich, Tel Aviv, Seoul, Singapore, Madrid) enabling international market access
Portfolio of 150+ startups from 20 accelerator programs with proven track record of exits (three portfolio companies IPO'd in 2021, reaching $1B mark)
Access to hundreds of industry mentors and subject matter experts
Track record of connecting startups to first customers and contracts