Michael Steed, Founder and Managing Partner of Paladin Capital Group. See sector focus and contact routes.
Michael Steed, Founder and Managing Partner of Paladin Capital Group, invests across all stages from seed to late-stage venture and private equity in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, defense technology, and other dual-use technologies serving both commercial and government markets. His firm’s distinctive thesis centers on backing companies with deep technical expertise that understand national security implications and government procurement dynamics, leveraging Paladin’s unique access to both commercial tech and defense sectors. Notable portfolio companies include Semperis (a cybersecurity firm reaching $100M annual recurring revenue), CalypsoAI (an AI safety startup), Corellium, Ursa Space Systems, and PanTera. While specific check sizes per deal aren’t attributed directly to Steed, Paladin’s overall strategy includes investments ranging from $100,000 to $5 million across its multi-stage funds.
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