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Scout Ventures Welcomes Zach Beecher as New Partner

Scout Ventures is thrilled to make a pivotal announcement in the venture capital ecosystem: Zach Beecher has officially joined the firm as a Partner. His extensive experience in technology and national security will be instrumental in advancing Scout’s mission of fostering innovation that addresses national defense challenges.

Beecher comes to Scout Ventures from America's Frontier Fund, a deep tech investment firm dedicated to enhancing America’s long-term economic health and securing national interests. At AFF, he not only led capital formation but also played a key role in shaping the investment strategy for national security innovation, focusing on dual-use technologies capable of serving both commercial and defense purposes.

Prior to his time at AFF, Zach Beecher served as an officer in the U.S. Army within the 82nd Airborne Division, where he operated alongside Scout Partner Cody Huggins. His military career includes a significant deployment to Iraq during Operation Inherent Resolve, an experience for which he was awarded the Bronze Star. After leaving active service, Beecher transitioned into the tech space, where he spearheaded a pre-seed accelerator program and took charge of operations at a corporate innovation platform. Today, he continues to serve in the Army Reserves within Special Operations Command—Europe.

Brad Harrison, Founder and Managing Partner of Scout Ventures, expressed enthusiasm regarding Beecher’s addition to the team, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Zach to our team. His expertise in venture strategy, national security policy, and emerging technologies will be essential as we continue to identify and support groundbreaking companies that develop dual-use technologies benefiting both commercial and defense markets."

As a Partner, Beecher will lead investments in early-stage frontier technology companies, collaborating with leaders in the sector to hone their market strategies, assemble effective teams, and understand the intricacies of dual-use innovation. Equally important, he will fortify existing relationships with pivotal figures across the defense, intelligence, and national security sectors, further solidifying Scout’s role as an influential conduit between public and private sectors.

"I am excited to join Scout Ventures, establish our leadership in Washington, D.C., and contribute to our mission of empowering transformative Founders," Beecher stated. He emphasized the firm's commitment to investing in dual-use solutions, so that transformative innovations not only drive commercial success but also bolster national security and resilience.

Scout Ventures is recognized as a premier early-stage venture capital firm focusing on dual-use technologies that address national security challenges. By backing mission-driven founders who are at the forefront of innovation, Scout provides not only capital but also strategic support and operational guidance aimed at scaling those transformative companies. The firm’s investment focuses range widely, encompassing sectors like space, aerospace, autonomy, quantum computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and advanced materials.

Driven by a mission to foster a safer, better world through innovation, Scout Ventures promotes collaborative efforts that respond to current and future challenges. As Zach Beecher embarks on this new journey with Scout, the firm prepares to navigate a landscape of opportunities that couple technology with the imperatives of national defense and security—building a future that is not only resilient but also prosperous for all stakeholders involved.