Operator-Led Capital for European Defense
OM/VP backs early stage defense and dual-use technologies across Europe, with a particular focus on the Baltics, Nordics, and Poland. We also make selective investments in the U.S. and NATO allies.
We combine operational experience with disciplined investment to build valuable, durable companies.
Our Mission
We support innovative technologies and founders that defend NATO.
In previous roles, we’ve shipped cutting edge technologies into conflict zones. We’ve won Programs of Record and major defense contracts around the world. We’ve managed companies and we’ve invested in them. Now we’re backing:
- Unmanned & Autonomous Systems
- Drone Detection & Interception
- Space Payload & Launch
- Soldier-worn Systems & Sensor Fusion
- Command & Control Systems
- Novel Power, Communications & Manufacturing
- Situational Awareness & Cybersecurity
The OM/VP Edge
Deep Domain Knowledge
70+ years of defense operations, procurement, and technology expertise
Operating Experience
We've scaled and exited businesses; now we're building with founders
Transatlantic Reach
We help connect European technology to U.S. and NATO end users
Mission Focus
We partner with founders who seek operational excellence above all else
Our Portfolio
Agentic engineering AI for engines and aircraft dynamics.
Quadruped & drone robotic perimeter security.
Soldier-worn acoustic drone detection systems.
Early cyber intrusion detection.
Platform-agnostic drone control for combat operations.
Commercial replacement for International Space Station.
Advanced low-cost, lightweight manufacturing tech
Space propulsion and launch
Our Team
Sean Bielat
Managing Partner
- U.S. Marine Corps veteran
- CEO, Endeavor Robotics ($385M exit)
- 20+ years in defense, robotics, ops, and private equity
Alex Lezama
Partner
- U.S. Army and Intelligence Community veteran
- Advisor and SME on development of next- generation commercial technology for government equities
- 17+ years in operations, intelligence, and consulting across EU, U.S., Middle East, and African markets
Charles Dean
Operating Partner
- Former Colonel, U.S. Army
- Global Sales & Business Development leadership across defense and aerospace
- Deep experience supporting government, defense, and allied customers across the U.S. and Europe
Strategic Advisory Board
Toomas Hendrik Ilves
Advises on Baltics region and personal network
Gen. Volodymyr Havrylov
Advises on Ukrainian companies and access
Steve Higham, OBE
Advises on European defense and security
Anita Antenucci
Advises on Exit potential of portfolio companies
Gen. Jay Gallivan
Advises on U.S. requirements, procurement
Connect With OM/VP
We’re here to collaborate with founders and partners who are building the future of defense technology. Whether you want to pitch your company or simply start a conversation, we’d love to hear from you.
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