UA1 VC

UA1 VC is an early-stage venture capital firm that focuses on converting battlefield innovations from Ukraine into defense and dual-use technologies for global security. The firm invests in companies developing advanced capabilities in unmanned systems, autonomy, electronic warfare, and sophisticated manufacturing processes. UA1 VC applies a rigorous due diligence process assessing team strength, real-world technology validation, and robust go-to-market strategies, leveraging Ukraine’s unique environment for rapid technological development.

Co-founded by US Marine Corps veterans William McNulty and Lenore Karafa, UA1 VC was established to capitalize on the unprecedented advancements in defense technology. Their founding insight highlights Ukraine's dynamic ecosystem as a powerful platform for cultivating the next generation of defense companies, making critical breakthroughs available to allied nations. McNulty and Karafa's military backgrounds provide strategic depth to their portfolio support.

UA1 VC primarily serves early-stage founders from pre-seed to Series A, particularly those building within Ukraine or leveraging its innovation ecosystem for global scale. The firm's vision is to foster technologies that not only defend democracy but also enhance the arsenal of the free world. They partner long-term, guiding companies through defense procurement, connecting with strategic allies, and facilitating access to growth capital and operational scaling.