Resilience Through Dual-use Platforms and Technologies

MEET THE TEAM

Agnes Budzyn, Managing Partner

"Emerging Technology has the power to create meaningful impact by broadening access to essential tools that empower individuals. Entrepreneurs harnessing innovative technologies are well positioned to develop transformative solutions that can reshape economic and social landscapes, deliver transformative outcomes and foster global-scale change."

Max Wolff, General Partner

"I believe superior knowledge drives societal progress and resilience—critical challenges and measures of success for today and future generations. At Bluedge Ventures, I bring 20 years of experience in alternative investments to the dual-use space, advancing technologies that honor those who serve. By funding and empowering transformative companies, we aim to propel innovation, safeguard our values, and unlock society’s full potential.”

Sean Costigan, Operating Partner

“I focus on investing in cybersecurity, AI, and emerging security solutions that strengthen resilience across public and private sectors. My goal is to drive strategic investments that help government and industry navigate evolving threats and build long-term security. I work with policymakers, founders, and organizations to identify high-impact opportunities, develop scalable solutions, and shape the future of risk management. In 2023, I was honored with the Serge Lazareff Prize for my contributions to the Office of Legal Affairs of NATO SHAPE, reflecting my commitment to advancing security and resilience worldwide.”

Ross Coffman, Operating Partner

"I focus on strategic application of technology across public and private sectors. My purpose is to position the United States and its allies for enduring advantage in 2030 and beyond. I collaborate with founders and companies to uncover transformative opportunities and design the systems necessary for sustainable success.”

Magnus Sigurdsson, CTO

"As a CTO and investor, I am passionate about designing and implementing practical efficiencies to optimize the management and deployment of resources—whether financial capital or technical talent. I thrive at the intersection of innovation and execution, driving solutions that maximize impact and create sustainable value.”

“I believe data-driven insights are key to unlocking strategic opportunities. I lead research efforts to uncover surface patterns, trends, and probabilities that drive smarter decision-making. By combining deep market analysis with AI-powered intelligence, we navigate complex ecosystems, identify high-value opportunities, and allocate capital effectively. My focus is on transforming vast data into actionable knowledge—ensuring every investment is backed by clarity, precision, and strategic foresight

Jason Struhl, Research

OUR PHILOSOPHY 

We are technologists, investors, venture scouts, and operators connecting capital and innovation to advance national resilience, security, and infrastructure modernization.

We believe we are at an inflection point. Legacy systems and operating models across critical sectors are fracturing, creating vulnerabilities that demand urgent, foundational solutions. We seek to spark and accelerate innovation in mission-critical, dual-use sectors. Dual-use technologies are innovations built for both government and civilian applications. The same platform that secures a military network can protect critical infrastructure; the same energy system that powers a forward operating base can power a remote community. These are the technologies that make us safer, stronger, more resilient, more capable, and more sustainable for the next century.

This is a moment of extraordinary opportunity and serious challenge. Our team is uniquely positioned to seize it, combining institutional investment expertise, national security leadership, and deep technology networks to back the founders building the foundational infrastructure of tomorrow.