Michael R. Steed is the Founder and Managing Partner of Paladin Capital Group, where he oversees operations, investments. See sector focus and contact routes.
Michael R. Steed is the Founder and Managing Partner of Paladin Capital Group, where he oversees operations, investments, and the firm’s strategic direction while chairing investment committees for Paladin Cyber Fund, Cyber Fund II, and Paladin III. Paladin is a multi-stage venture capital firm focused on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology, with investments spanning seed through Series C in the United States. The firm typically invests in cyber security and communications hardware, though specific check sizes and whether Steed leads or follows deals are not publicly detailed. Notable portfolio companies are not explicitly named in available sources, limiting verification of specific investments. Steed has publicly advocated for technologists and investors to have a seat at cybersecurity and AI policymaking tables, especially in relation to federal administration priorities. He previously served as Senior Vice President of Investments at Ullico Inc. and as Special Counsel to the Democratic National Committee chairman, blending finance, law, and political experience.
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