Earned conviction
We do the work to understand the mission, the customer, and the operating realities before offering an opinion.
About Truesdell Capital
Built from the inside of the defense technology ecosystem.
Truesdell Capital is an advisory and investment firm for early-stage defense companies building consequential technology for national security and advanced aviation.
A practitioner-led perspective
The firm was founded on a simple belief: founders building in complex markets deserve partners who understand and been there.
Our perspective is shaped by decades spent leading programs, building teams, selling into demanding customers, and navigating the realities of defense technology growth.
How we show up
Candid counsel
We bring direct, practical perspective to the decisions that matter most, even when the answer is not the easy one.
Founder respect
We treat the founder relationship as a working partnership built on trust, discretion, and momentum.
Leadership
Brad Truesdell
Founder & Managing Partner
Brad is an entrepreneur, sales leader, program manager, executive, and veteran with more than 30 years of experience in defense technology. His career includes leadership roles at Harris Corporation, AeroVironment, and Tomahawk Robotics, giving him a practical view of what it takes to move from an important idea to a durable company.
Let’s talk about what you’re building.
Truesdell Capital works selectively with founders building the next generation of defense technology and advanced aviation companies.