Shield Capital, a leading venture capital firm focused on technologies critical to the national security and the commercial sectors, is honored to welcome General CQ Brown, Jr., USAF (Ret.) to its National Security Advisory Board.
General Brown joins Shield Capital following a distinguished career spanning more than four decades in the United States Air Force, culminating in his service as the 21st Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the nation’s highest-ranking military officer. Prior to that, he served as the 22nd Chief of Staff of the Air Force (CSAF).
Throughout his career, General Brown was a vocal advocate for change. Under his leadership as CSAF, he launched "Accelerate Change or Lose," a framework that included emphasizing the urgent need for the military to integrate emerging technologies, including AI and autonomous systems, at the speed of relevance.
"The ever-increasing pace of technology is changing the character of future warfare and deterrence, creating a defining challenge for modern security," said General CQ Brown. "I’m excited to contribute to Shield Capital’s efforts to support innovative founders building technology solutions important for commercial and national security organizations.”
In his role at SHIELD, General Brown will provide strategic counsel to the firm and its portfolio companies, offering deep expertise in geopolitics, technology innovation, and military modernization.
"CQ is a visionary and inspiring leader with unique insights on technology’s impact around the world,” said Raj Shah, SHIELD Managing Partner. “His commitment to maintaining the security edge of the United States and its Allies make him an invaluable addition to our team.”
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