Investor Type | Firm |
Industries | Blockchain (& Cryptos) |
Investing | United States |
Amentum Investment Management is a hybrid cryptocurrency investment firm dedicated to the evolution of the blockchain ecosystem. They focus on investing in projects that emphasize diversity, interoperability, security, and sustainability of blockchain-based digital assets. With a team that includes Founding Partner and CEO Steven McKie, who is a crypto veteran of 9 years with experience in growing operations and building out teams, and Founding Partner and COO Kyle Forkey, an entrepreneur and engineer with a history of successful venture building and fund management, Amentum is well-equipped to navigate the complex landscape of blockchain investments. Their investment approach is hands-on, working closely with portfolio companies to add value beyond capital. The firm's expertise spans across both technical and operational aspects of blockchain technologies, as well as a deep understanding of the market dynamics within this sector. The team includes advisors and research partners with strong backgrounds, such as a computational physicist with experience at NASA/JPL, and industry-specific advisors like the founder of Galois Capital and the CTO of Lightning Labs. Through these partnerships and an ethical commitment to the industry's growth, Amentum aims to foster the development of a robust and diversified blockchain infrastructure. Their portfolio includes a strategic mix of equity-oriented ICO investments and other blockchain ventures, reflecting their belief in the long-term potential of this technology. The firm's efforts are also supported by educational initiatives, such as BlockChannel, a podcast and publication aimed at spreading blockchain knowledge, edited by Steven McKie.