JEFA Tech is a family-owned US manufacturer specializing in custom RF cable assemblies, coaxial cabling, and wireless networking solutions, with over 20 years of experience.[1][2][3] Based in Hollywood, Maryland, the company serves commercial, OEM, government, and US Department of Defense clients by producing made-to-order high-performance 50-ohm cables for applications like cellular broadband, RFID, emergency communications, SCADA, drones, GPS, and Wi-Fi, while also offering raw cables, connectors, and on-site installation services primarily in Southern Maryland and Virginia, with nationwide and worldwide shipping.[1][2][3] It operates as a small business with under 25 employees and revenue below $5 million, focusing on quality US-based production and technical services like Wi-Fi extensions, internet backups, Starlink installations, and security systems.[1][2][5]
JEFA Tech was founded in 2003 by A.J. Farmer as a 100% family-owned and operated small business in Maryland, with the name derived from the initials of the founding family members: Josh, Emily, Faith, and A.J.[3] A.J. Farmer remains the CEO, building on over two decades of expertise in RF cabling and wireless installations to establish the company as a trusted provider for custom assemblies and services.[1][3] Early focus centered on in-house manufacturing of high-performance cables, evolving to include wireless networking solutions, on-site services, and DoD contract opportunities via SAM.gov and DLA (CAGE Code 48KT4), serving diverse sectors from government to commercial clients.[2][3]
(Note: Search results also reference a separate Mexican fintech "Jefa" founded in 2020, but context confirms JEFA Tech as the intended US technology company.[4])
JEFA Tech rides the trend of expanding wireless connectivity in IoT, drones, public safety, and remote systems, where reliable RF infrastructure is critical amid growing demand for 5G, satellite (e.g., Starlink), and edge computing.[1][2] Timing aligns with US emphasis on domestic manufacturing for defense and critical infrastructure, bolstered by its DoD eligibility and small business status, amid supply chain shifts post-global disruptions.[3] Market forces like rising UAS/drone adoption, emergency comms needs, and rural broadband gaps favor its niche expertise, enabling it to support ecosystem players in automation, sensing, and secure networks without the scale of larger firms.[1][2]
JEFA Tech's family-owned model and technical depth position it for steady growth in defense-adjacent wireless hardware, potentially expanding via more DoD contracts and partnerships in drone/5G ecosystems. Trends like AI-driven automation and satellite integration will amplify demand for its custom RF solutions, evolving its influence from regional installer to key US supplier in resilient networks. As a nimble player, it could scale installations or bulk production amid reshoring, reinforcing its role in mission-critical tech.
Jefa has raised $2.0M in total across 1 funding round.
Jefa's investors include Balderton Capital, Encomenda Smart Capital, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, Notion Capital, Target Global, Chris Bouwer, Chris Schagen, Claire Diaz-Ortiz.
Jefa has raised $2.0M across 1 funding round. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Seed in November 2021.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2021 | $2.0M Seed | Balderton Capital, Encomenda Smart Capital, Jenny Fielding, Scott Hartley, Notion Capital, Target Global, Chris Bouwer, Chris Schagen, Claire Diaz-Ortiz |
