Marco Rubin is a venture capital investor with extensive international experience spanning investment, governance, and technology commercialization. His work has included supporting organizations such as the World Bank, CRDF Global, and the United Nations Foundation, helping advance entrepreneurship, innovation, and economic development across global markets.

Marco leads seed and early-stage investments and serves as a board representative to numerous privately held portfolio companies. He has held leadership roles with investment funds recognized in Entrepreneur Magazine's VC 100 rankings and has invested in more than 350 companies throughout his career. His investment portfolio spans defense technology, aerospace, space, energy, software, life sciences, cybersecurity, telecommunications, infrastructure, manufacturing, advanced materials, and artificial intelligence.

In addition to his investment experience, Marco brings broad governance expertise through his work with public companies, private enterprises, and nonprofit organizations. He has also been a strong advocate for initiatives that expand opportunities for veterans and service members, including helping shape the selection of two service academy-led venture funds for investment allocation by the Commonwealth of Virginia. His recent investments include companies advancing space, aerospace, clean energy, and public safety technologies, reflecting a continued focus on innovations with practical, real-world applications.

As Strategic Advisor to Mission URSA, Marco advises on strategy, governance, and partnerships, drawing on decades of experience evaluating emerging technologies, supporting leadership teams, and helping organizations grow. His perspective strengthens Mission URSA as it expands partnerships and works to deliver earlier, more proactive support for veterans and the organizations that serve them.