“We've been fortunate to partner with Harpoon early in our journey. Today, it seems obvious to many that AI Risk is an important mission and a big market, but that wasn't the case up until recently. Larsen and team saw this before almost anyone else did. Harpoon has been instrumental to our success, from vision, through team building to enterprise and Federal sales."

“Larsen is a guy who knows how to roll up his sleeves. He and Harpoon have proven to be one of the most impactful investors on our cap table, going above and beyond on multiple occasions. Among other things, they introduced us to government customers and helped lay the groundwork for what would become our government business. It was a huge value add.”

“Lots of VCs will tell you, 'We have an inside line to the government.' But for companies like Merlin, whose approach provides near-term value to the DoD as well as long-term applicability, we truly benefit from those claims being truthful and actionable. At every turn Harpoon actually backs up what they say with intros that move our work and company forward.”

“Harpoon has been instrumental in Kodiak’s journey, from supporting us on our first SBIR contract to advising us on our $50 million project with the U.S. Army. During that time, I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know the Harpoon team, and can say with confidence that their commitment and depth of expertise are unmatched.”

"Harpoon has been an incredible partner from our earliest days! Their infectious energy and unwavering founder-first mentality truly set them apart. More than just providing funding, they've been instrumental in opening doors and facilitating key connections within the defense sector. Their support goes beyond capital, offering invaluable strategic insights, and introductions. We’re deeply grateful for their belief in our vision and the ongoing guidance they continue to provide."

"Harpoon Ventures has been a game-changing partner for Firestorm Labs. Their deep connectivity across the defense ecosystem, ranging from special operations to the broader branches, has opened doors and expanded our connections to another level. Whether it’s early customer insight, strategic intros, or helping us navigate government pathways, they’re always in the trenches with us."

"Vector wouldn’t exist without Harpoon. They understood the urgent need for a new breed of defense company—one built for speed, scale, and mission-first execution. From assembling our founding team to securing critical capital, Harpoon has been a true partner in building what the future of defense demands."