Sam Stonberg

Sam Stonberg is a Senior Investment Manager at Lockheed Martin Ventures based in Denver, Colorado. In this role, he directs capital from the corporate venture arm's $400 million fund, which has invested in over 120 companies since 2007, targeting startups developing aeronautics, advanced weapons, cybersecurity, and climate technology. Prior to joining the venture team, he led inorganic investment strategy for the Lockheed Martin Space Business Area, guiding enterprise-level acquisitions and strategic initiatives. His earlier career includes investment management positions at an emerging market private equity firm and a bulge-bracket investment bank, complemented by a Bachelor's in Economics from Emory University, an MBA from Boston University, and a Master's from the Fletcher School at Tufts. Stonberg leverages this extensive financial background to execute strategic venture investments that align with critical aerospace and defense industry priorities.