Velocity One

Private Equity New Jersey, United States ·Founded 2025

Overview

Velocity One is a private equity firm specializing in aerospace and defense manufacturing. The firm acquires and enhances critical product lines for commercial aerospace and defense end-markets, focusing on middle-market take-private transactions and strategic acquisitions. Through operational excellence and deep industry expertise, it builds a diversified platform of mission-critical systems and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

Investment Focus

  • Middle-market take-private transactions
  • Non-core divestitures at business/product line level
  • Partnerships with founder-led family-owned businesses
  • Manufacturing companies at component to sub-system level
  • Exposure to defense and commercial aerospace end-markets
  • Existing strong management teams
  • Companies with up to $30 million in EBITDA
  • New standalone operating units
  • Capability-enhancing add-ons to existing operating units

Portfolio Companies

EMCORE CorporationCartridge Actuated DevicesAerosphere PowerKaney Aerospace

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Frequently asked questions about Velocity One

What sectors does Velocity One invest in?

Velocity One invests in Aerospace, Manufacturing and Defense, and is based in New Jersey, United States. Velocity One is listed as a private equity in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Velocity One invest at?

Velocity One backs companies at Growth and Buyout.

Which regions does Velocity One invest in?

Velocity One invests across United States.

Who are the partners at Velocity One?

Team members listed for Velocity One include Cory Tellbuescher (Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Executive Vice President, Mergers and Acquisitions) and John Borduin (Chief Executive Officer).

What companies has Velocity One invested in?

Velocity One's portfolio includes EMCORE Corporation, Cartridge Actuated Devices, Aerosphere Power and Kaney Aerospace.

How do I contact Velocity One?

Velocity One's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

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