SVH Capital Presents: Dual Tech Summit 2026

About Event
The Dual Tech Summit hosted by SVH Capital is a premier event designed to bring together commercial tech innovators and the defense/public sector to collaborate and build together. By fostering a "dual-use" ecosystem, the summit aims to create a space where innovators can network and accelerate the deployment of cutting-edge technologies (AI, Robotics, Cyber, Space) into mission-critical environments while ensuring commercial scalability.
Mission
To empower founders to build the next generation of dual-use technologies that strengthen national security, economic resilience, and technological leadership.
The Dual Tech Summit also features a ClawCamp Campout.
ClawCamp.org, a non-profit corp, is on a mission is to advance adoption and mastery of AI agents, and support people becoming more empowered, productive, and in control of their digital lives. (Attendees will have the opportunity to get up-and-running, learn more about how agents can support their endeavors, and dive deeper into the possibilities and superpowers available.)
Dual Tech Summit's "ClawCamp Campout" kicks-off “ClawCamp Summer Camp” an international network of Personal Agent events, culminating with a week-long SF AI Summer Camp the first week of August.

Sam Eckholm, Founder, SE Media
Swayne Martin, Producer, SE Media
Shawn Flynn, Managing Director, SVH Capital
Ken Nim, Co-Founder, OffChain Global
Peter R Dixon, Founder & CEO, Arkenstone Defense
Melissa Oh, Managing Director, TGY Advisors LLC
Jim Wong, Chairman, National Veterans Transition Services Inc.
Diane Holman, Partner, H&H Energy
Robert Luster, Director of Operations, Luster National
Richard Novak, CEO, Worldwide Structures LLC
Ryan Baird, CEO, Baird Augustine
Perry Partlow, Founder & CEO, Ryvech Systems LLC
Mark R. Ancipink, Managing Partner, Cailan Ventures
Roderick Hirsch, East Bay SBDC Advisor, East Bay Small Business Development Center
Sandy Therrien, Founder and CEO, Blue Moon Space Operations LLC
Alex Dantas, CEO, Circuit Launch & Mechlabs
Andrew Blain, Account Executive, Arkenstone Defense
Allan Calder, Solano County Planning Manager
John Gibson, Managing Partner, Pharus Consulting Group
Madhavi Ranjan, Head of Product Management & Strategy, Rackspace Technology
Neha Groves, Vice President, Technology & Innovation, Ocean Power Technologies
Carlson Cheng, Head of Sports and Entertainment AI, Datacurve, Inc
Cynthia Cheng, Head of Healthcare AI, Datacurve, Inc
Kevin Damoa, Founder and CEO, GLID
Kenneth Miltenberger, Commanding Officer, 2003 Cyber Protection Team, U.S. Coast Guard
Sean Singleton, Managing Director, Oglethorpe Capital
Canice Wu, Innovation Advisor, ID8 Innovation
Kristopher Floyd, Managing Partner, Frontier Syndicate
Jim Lockheed, Partner, Oakridge Financial
Maurice Wilson, President/National Executive Director NVTSI, ReBoot
Peter Khooshabeh, Lead, Army DEVCOM ARL
Katherine Webster, Founder, VetsinTech
Stephanos Zygman, Commander, San Francisco Post 1
Hanley Chan, Vice Chair, San Francisco Veterans Affairs Commission

Tentative Agenda
Morning Session: Events Kickoff & Insights
09:00 AM - Welcome & Opening Remarks
Introduction to the summit's mission and the strategic importance of veteran innovation in dual-use technologies.

09:30 AM - Keynote Address

Sam Eckholm, Founder, SE Media - Sam Eckholm is the creator and host of Access Granted, a former U.S. Air Force officer and 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree. Based in San Francisco, his team built a new model for communication between the aerospace, defense, and military industries and the public. Sam's creative direction guides work that is cinematic, mission-accurate, and most importantly, human.
Swayne Martin, Producer, SE Media - Swayne Martin is a Producer for Access Granted, the aerospace and defense documentary series hosted by Sam Eckholm. He leads the partnership work that brings the world's leading aerospace and defense brands into the series, proving the value of a next-generation communications strategy to organizations partnering with a creator-led team for the first time.
Also Visit Sam Eckholm's YouTube: https://youtu.be/3I6VD8VWMR8?is=siQFmqatS4v9e7zr

10:00 AM - Sponsored Opening Remarks by Peter Dixon, Arkenstone Defense
Join Peter Dixon, Founder & CEO of Arkenstone Defense, for opening remarks on building the infrastructure and operating systems that help modern technology companies navigate the national security ecosystem. Discover how mission-ready support, compliance, and execution frameworks are enabling the next generation of dual-use innovation.

Peter R Dixon, Founder & CEO, Arkenstone Defense

9:00 AM - ClawCamp Campout Personal Agent Sessions Begin
See ClawCamp Campout Schedule for up to date programming: clawcamp.us/event/260624_svh_dualtechsummit/

🎤 Speakers, Facilitators, & Mentors
Dave Nielsen – Head of DevRel, Cognee & Advisor to ClawMax
Colin Lowenberg – DevRel, Nebius
Phillip Wessels – Agentic Systems Builder
Steven Echtman – Founder: ClawCamp.org, Aiify.io, HealthTechWeek.org
Shawn Flynn – Mang. Dir. & Founder, SVH Capital
Srini Pagidyala – Co-Founder, Aigo.ai
Devinder Sodhi – Founder, Learning Layer Labs
Rayyan Zahid – Founder, Immersive Commons
Brett Bunnell – Business & Blockchain Attorney, Partner, Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP
Arjun Shah – AI Builder
More facilitators to be announced!

10:10 AM - Panel 1: The Bridge: Where Startup Innovation Meets Government Reality
Explores how startups can successfully bridge the gap between innovation and government adoption. Hear from leaders across AI, cybersecurity, defense, and venture capital on building partnerships, navigating public-sector challenges, and scaling dual-use technologies.

Melissa Oh, Managing Director, TGY Advisors LLC
Michael Noffsinger, Vice President, Sales, LotusPetal.AI
Donnie Hasseltine, Fractional CISO, Kedge Security
Sean Singleton, Managing Director, Oglethorpe Capital, LLC
Andrew Blain, Account Executive, Arkenstone Defense

11:00 AM: Panel 2 - Smart Cities: What Dual Tech Technologies are Critical Drivers for the Future
Explore how dual-use technologies are shaping the future of smarter, more resilient cities. Industry leaders will discuss innovations in infrastructure, energy, planning, operations, and public services that are driving the next generation of urban development.

Allan Calder, Solano County Planning Manager
Robert Luster, Director of Operations, Luster National
Diane Holman, Partner, H&H Energy
Richard Novak, CEO, Worldwide Structures LLC
Jim Wong, Chairman, National Veterans Transition Services Inc.

11:45 AM - Judges Fireside Chat: Defense's Fingerprint on Silicon Valley
Defense has long been a catalyst for innovation in Silicon Valley. Join this fireside chat as industry leaders discuss the evolving role of defense technology, investment opportunities, and how emerging startups are shaping the future of national security and innovation.

Canice Wu, Innovation Advisor, ID8 Innovation
Kristopher Floyd, Managing Partner, Frontier Syndicate
Jim Lockheed, Partner, Oakridge Financial
John Gibson, Managing Partner, Pharus Consulting Group

12:00 PM - Pitch Showcase
Listen to Dual Tech Startups and Veteran Entrepreneurs pitch their company to a diverse group of leaders and funders in Silicon Valley and beyond.

Canice Wu, Innovation Advisor, ID8 Innovation
Kristopher Floyd, Managing Partner, Frontier Syndicate
Jim Lockheed, Partner, Oakridge Financial
Ryan Micheletti, Co-Founder, Veteran Fund
Manveer Sandhu, VC, Bow Capital
Maurice Wilson, President/National Executive Director NVTSI, ReBoot
John Gibson, Managing Partner, Pharus Consulting Group
Jim Wong, Chairman, National Veterans Transition Services Inc.

1:00 PM - Resources for Veteran Businesses
Listen to Dual Tech Startups and Veteran Entrepreneurs pitch their company to a diverse group of leaders and funders in Silicon Valley and beyond.

Maurice Wilson, President/National Executive Director NVTSI, ReBoot
Katherine Webster, Founder, VetsinTech
Peter Khooshabeh, Lead, Army DEVCOM ARL
1:15 PM - Lunch Break
Take a break, enjoy lunch, and connect with fellow founders, investors, innovators, and industry leaders. A great opportunity to continue conversations, build relationships, and expand your network.

1:45 PM: Message from Venue Host: Supporting the Veteran Startup Community
Hear from veteran and community leaders as they discuss the importance of supporting veteran entrepreneurs and strengthening the ecosystem that helps military-connected founders build and scale innovative companies.

Stephanos Zygman, Commander, San Francisco Post 1
Hanley Chan, Vice Chair, San Francisco Veterans Affairs Commission

2:00 PM: Afternoon Keynote and Special Guest Podcast Recording with The Silicon Valley Podcast
Join Shawn Flynn for an afternoon keynote and special live podcast recording exploring the future of innovation, venture capital, entrepreneurship, and the rapidly evolving dual-use technology ecosystem.

Shawn Flynn, Managing Director, SVH Capital

2:25 PM: Dual Tech Demo

2:45 PM: Panel 3 - Dual Tech and Capital: The Early Days, Critical Funding Consideration
Join industry leaders and investors for a conversation on the early-stage journey of dual-use technology companies. Explore the funding challenges, investment considerations, and strategies needed to build and scale innovative solutions shaping the future of technology and security.

Mark R. Ancipink, Managing Partner, Cailan Ventures
Perry Partlow, Founder & CEO, Ryvech Systems LLC
Madhavi Ranjan, Head of Product Management & Strategy, Rackspace Technology
Ryan Baird, CEO, Baird Augustine

3:20 PM: Founder Spotlight: Kevin Damoa, Glid Tech

Kevin Damoa, Founder and CEO, GLID

3:30 PM: Panel 4 - Human Performance, Autonomous Systems & Robotics
Explore the intersection of human capability, autonomous systems, and robotics with industry leaders driving the next wave of innovation. This discussion will highlight advancements in robotics, emerging technologies, and how intelligent systems are transforming real-world applications.

Sandy Therrien, Founder and CEO, Blue Moon Space Operations LLC
Alex Dantas, CEO, Circuit Launch & Mechlabs
Neha Groves, Vice President, Technology & Innovation, Ocean Power Technologies
Roderick Hirsch, East Bay SBDC Advisor, East Bay Small Business Development Center

04:20 PM - Closing Remarks
Acknowledgements and action steps to build a stronger connection to Dual Tech.

05:00 PM - Closing Happy Hour
Final networking session over drinks and light snacks to solidify connections.

🚀 Startup Showcase
This live Showcase fantastic founders pitching the frontier of Defense and Commercial use to all of the conference attendees and to military veteran venture capitalists. Registration and pre-approval required.
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The Tesla Experience

We're bringing the TESLA EXPERIENCE to Tech Fest 2026. Attendees can sign up for an exclusive Tesla Test Drive and Tesla Overnight Experience and take innovation home for the night—exploring Tesla's cutting-edge technology, intelligent driving capabilities, and the future of mobility firsthand.

🎖️ Demo Booths for Veteran Startups or Ally Companies
10:15 AM - 4:15 PM - Exhibit Space
Dedicated space and tables for startups founded by veterans or companies serving veterans to showcasing technologies and products that hold both commercial and defense/security applications (e.g., artificial intelligence, aerospace, cybersecurity, robotics, and advanced manufacturing). Explore the exhibition floor to view prototypes and interact directly with founders.
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🔥 ClawCamp Campout
10:15 AM - 4:15 PM | Workshops
Hosted by amazing group of orgs and mentors to provide the support and tools to get you to the next level with the focus on builders from the veteran community. Beginners will leave with their own personal agents and powerful skills to achieve almost any goal. Intermediate and advanced attendees can dive deeper into the more nuanced aspects of agent management, multi agent workflows, security, token optimization, and deeper skills building. More experience folks are invited to support those just getting started, and everyone is encouraged to ask questions.
No matter your level of experience, job function, or industry, ClawCamp will help you become more productive and effective.
This event is part of ClawCamp Summer Camp, an international decentralized series of events taking place June to August, 2026. This is a project of ClawCamp.us, on a mission to deliver greater abilities, autonomy, and agency for all people, through proficiency and mastery of personal agents. Working in cooperation with FutureCaribbean.com and many more partners, this event series culminates with a full-week SF ClawCamp Summer Camp in August. Please contact us here to get involved.
🎤 Speakers, Facilitators, & Mentors
Dave Nielsen – Head of DevRel, Cognee & Advisor to ClawMax
Colin Lowenberg – DevRel, Nebius
Phillip Wessels – Platform Architect & Agentic Systems Builder
Steven Echtman – Founder: ClawCamp.org, Aiify.io, HealthTechWeek.org
Shawn Flynn – Managing Director & Founder, SVH Capital
Srini Pagidyala – Co-Founder, Aigo.ai
Devinder Sodhi – Founder, Learning Layer Labs
Rayyan Zahid – Founder, Vibe Coding Nights
Brett Bunnell – Partner, Cole Frieman & Mallon
Arjun Shah – AI Builder
Plus more speakers and facilitators to be announced!

SPONSORS
Association for Corporate Growth - Silicon Valley Chapter

The Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) is the go-to resource for middle-market deal professionals and business leaders dedicated to investing in, growing, and building companies. Whether you're looking to connect with private equity professionals, investment bankers, attorneys, accountants, lenders, corporate development officers, or other middle-market experts, ACG is your gateway to meaningful relationships and opportunities.
At ACG San Francisco, they offer high-quality educational programs, deal-focused networking events, and exclusive opportunities to join committees and PODS, helping members build connections, foster collaboration, and drive business growth.

Arkenstone Defense

Arkenstone exists to remove execution friction between modern technology companies and the U.S. national security ecosystem. Arkenstone is a dual-layered federal business back office infrastructure for compliance, HR, and contracting. Foundation is the federal contracting eligibility layer - closing compliance gaps, getting you audit-ready, and keeping you qualified to win and maintain contracts. Cohort is the operating and scaling layer - handling workforce, payroll, and labor compliance so you can execute without risking performance or margin.

Sharevault

ShareVault is a secure virtual data room platform designed to accelerate high-stakes transactions while protecting sensitive information. Trusted by organizations worldwide, ShareVault streamlines due diligence, fundraising, M&A, and strategic partnerships with enterprise-grade security, intuitive document management, granular permissions, and seamless collaboration. Built for speed, compliance, and control, ShareVault helps teams stay deal-ready and close transactions faster.

VENUE PARTNER

American Legion Legion San Francisco Post 1 and Post 599 are focused on veteran support, community service, and camaraderie.

Silicon Valley Highpoint Capital

SVH Capital is transforming investment banking by combining deep experience with modern technology. We help companies buy, sell, and raise money, using advanced tools and financial expertise to deliver stronger insights and better results.

Access Granted

Access Granted is a cinematic documentary series created and hosted by former U.S. Air Force officer Sam Eckholm, delivering rare access to the world's most secure missions. From fighter jets and nuclear missile silos to the Secret Service, Access Granted reveals the people, technology, and decisions shaping global power. Launched in 2020 and now in its fifth season, the series has grown to over 3.5 million cross-platform subscribers and generated more than 500 million views. The team has partnered with the Department of War, Service Branches, U.S. Secret Service, NATO, and leading defense industry partners including Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Guided by a simple mission — uncover the extraordinary — every episode brings unprecedented access to people doing extraordinary things.
Stars and Stripes

Stars and Stripes is an authorized, editorially independent daily newspaper published by the United States Department of Defense for members of the U.S. military community. It focuses primarily on matters concerning active-duty service members, Department of Defense civilians, veterans, and their families, with an emphasis on those stationed overseas.
The Future of Tech

OffChain Global
OffChain is a global community with over 70 chapters around the world for Web3 professionals, tech enthusiasts and entrepreneurs. We welcome like-minded people to build and connect. Each chapter/city aims to have a base of regular casual social gatherings or speaking events so we can bridge and connect.
Orbis86
Orbis86 is driving emerging tech innovation through its Engage – Educate – Elevate approach, creating personalized experiences and seamless cross-chain integration. We host global events that unite communities around Web3 and AI, fostering meaningful discussions and collaboration. Our mission is to build an inclusive ecosystem where individuals can learn, grow, and shape the future of decentralized technology.
BrandPR
BrandPR is a specialized PR and marketing agency partnering with Orbis86 to empower Web3 brands worldwide. Since 2022, they have helped crypto and Web3 clients gain exposure through top-tier media coverage and community-building strategies. From crypto launches to DeFi platforms and NFT marketplaces, BrandPR delivers tailored campaigns designed to amplify your brand and build a lasting legacy in the Web3 space.

Tesla
Tesla is a global leader in sustainable energy and transportation, pioneering electric vehicles, battery storage, and solar solutions. Through continuous innovation, advanced manufacturing, and cutting-edge technology, Tesla is accelerating the world’s transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Aiify.io
Aiify.io events are for developers, integrators, businesses, and other professionals exploring how AI can be leveraged for practical solutions and increased efficiency – today and into the future.
ClawCamp
ClawCamp is a community that supports each other in advancing proficiency and mastery over Personal Orchestration Agents. Whether you’re just getting started with your first personal agent, or building advanced multi-agent workflows, ClawCamp will help you get to the next level.
National Veterans Transition Services Inc. (NVTSI)
National Veterans Transition Services, Inc., is a tax-exempt 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2010 by a
group of retired Naval and Marine Corps officers and workforce development professionals seeking to fill the gaps in the continuum of veteran services.
DataCurve
DataCurve is an AI audience intelligence platform that builds proprietary engagement graphs across sports, media, entertainment, travel, and live events. By connecting real-world audience behavior across brands, venues, and experiences, DataCurve helps organizations understand who their audiences are, where they go, what they engage with, and how to activate them more effectively.
Pharus Consulting Group
Pharus Consulting Group evaluates founding teams the way most firms evaluate financials. They identify co-founder dynamics, stress response patterns, and decision-making risk before investors deploy capital. Then they help build the leadership structures portfolio companies need to scale. Marine-led. Systems-trained. The work reveals what financial models miss.
TGY Advisors
TGY Advisors helps startups translate complex, cutting-edge technology into narratives that resonate with government customers. We guide founders to articulate their value in ways that inspire action, from refining pitch decks and sharpening proposals to aligning messages with mission needs.
Circuit Launch
A dedicated co-working space for IOT, VR, AR, and other electronic HARDWARE startups. We are a community of startup and established electronic hardware companies, where we provide our members with office, lab, and micromanufacturing workspaces, plus full access to Circuit Launch’s open and diverse network of industry leading Engineers, Suppliers, Manufacturers, and Hardware-Friendly Investors.
Founder & Co
For founders who want to: Learn from real builders(wins, pivots, and lessons), Steal time-saving tools and playbooks, and Grow smart, without losing control of their vision
VetsinTech
VetsinTech supports our veterans and military spouses with re-integration services, and by connecting them to the technology ecosystem. VIT is committed to bringing together a tech-specific network, resources, and programs for our veterans and military spouses interested in Education, Entrepreneurship, and Employment – the 3E's!
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP
Cole-Frieman & Mallon LLP (CFM) is a San Francisco–based investment management law firm providing innovative legal solutions for funds and managers of all sizes. The firm specializes in fund formation, regulatory compliance, counterparty documentation, employment, and corporate matters, with notable expertise in digital asset funds. CFM’s corporate and IP teams advise startups and investors across all business stages, and the firm also publishes the widely followed Hedge Fund Law Blog.
OVAL
OVAL is an edge-native physical AI platform that transforms real-time data from cameras and IoT devices into real-time, on-device intelligence—delivering insights up to 30x more cost-efficient than cloud-based solutions, while improving security, safety, and operational efficiency.
Funding Breakthrough Lab
Funding Breakthrough Lab is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pre-accelerator with a mission of creating a supportive community (23,000+ subscribers) to build a better tomorrow. We support founder success not just startup success by ensuring founders have access to education, networks, and resources to unlock their potential. Make sure to apply for the next no-equity cohort here https://fundingbreakthroughlab.org.
The Army FUZE xTech
The Army FUZE xTech Program is seeking information from U.S. small businesses to identify and advance commercialization pathways for a curated portfolio of high-potential Army Intellectual Property (IP) sets through the xTech|Inversion competition. Up to $1,000,000 in cash prizes and up to $1,500,000 Army Small Business Register now: xTech|Inversion Informational Session Registration

Servicenow | Hedera | OKX | SVH Capital | OnePieceLabs
Lbank | Offchain Global | Gnus.ai | Langrenus Fund | Xecret.io
Blockchain Game Alliance | Unfinished Live | Filecoin Foundation | Hotcoin Global
Fio | 0x Labs | TiE | Mobile Growth Association | Agroverse

Bitcoin World | CoinPedia | Voice of Crypto | Bitcoin Insider | TUA Crypto | Crypto Craze | Crypto News Bulls (CNB) | Crypto Tion | Coin Zebro | Bitcoin All | Crypto Papers | Lucky Coiner | Trade Base | The Bit Crypto | BD Ventures | Traders Brawl

Event Proceeds
In collaboration with American Legion San Francisco Post 1 and Post 599, scholarships will be donated to support for The American Legion California Boys & Girls State Program. Students will be participate in a high-energy, hands-on crucible where delegates plunge into the living mechanics of citizenship: rights, privileges, and responsibilities. This is not lecture-style civics. It’s government in motion. Built on the California State Constitution, the program teaches city, county, and state government through real, fast-paced experience.

TRANSPORTATION DIRECTIONS
Getting to the Veterans War Memorial Building at 401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94102 is straightforward using the options detailed below: [1, 2]
🚗 Parking Options
There is no on-site public parking directly inside the venue, but several large parking garages are available within walking distance:
Performing Arts Garage: Located at 360 Grove Street (between Franklin and Gough). This is the closest multi-level garage.
Civic Center Plaza Garage: Located underground at 355 McAllister Street (between Polk and Larkin).
Opera Plaza Garage: Located underground at 601 Van Ness Avenue (entrance on Golden Gate Ave between Van Ness and Franklin).
Street Parking: Limited metered street parking is available on surrounding blocks. Be sure to check posted signs for strict enforcement and tow-away hours.
🚇 Public Transportation
The venue is centrally located in the Civic Center district and highly accessible via regional transit:
BART: Take any line to the Civic Center / UN Plaza Station. Exit the station and walk north-west up Grove Street or McAllister Street toward Van Ness Avenue.
Muni Metro (Light Rail): Take lines J, K, L, M, N, or T to either the Van Ness Station or Civic Center Station. The building sits just a few blocks away from both exits.
Muni Bus: Multiple bus lines stop directly adjacent to or near the venue, including the 49 Van Ness/Mission, 5 Fulton, 47, and 9R.
🚙 Rideshare & Taxi Drop-off
Passenger loading zones are conveniently located along the white curb zone on Van Ness Avenue directly in front of the building entrance.

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