Ben Buchheim-Jurisson
JD/MBA and investor focused on defense and space
Boston, Massachusetts
Summary
Defense and national-security-focused investor and operator: Ben blends operational military experience, legal/business training, and writing on defense policy to engage deeply with defense acquisition and dual-use technologies. snowpoint+2
Transitioned from military operations to venture investing: After five years as an Air Force intelligence officer, he used HBS/JD-MBA programs and multiple internships to move into venture roles and Snowpoint Ventures. nfx+2
Practitioner of product and mission development: Has experience as a Product Program Manager at Meta and in mission development at Swarm Aero, bringing technical product/program execution experience to investment and defense-tech strategies. nfx+1
Active athlete with endurance and strength pursuits: Competed in collegiate cross country and posts competitive powerlifting results, indicating commitment to athletic discipline alongside professional pursuits. uchicago+1
Work
Education
Writing
The Key to Modernizing Defense Acquisitions
January 1, 2025An open-letter style piece arguing that cultural change within the Department of Defense acquisitions community is essential to speed innovation and better integrate non-traditional vendors.
Defense One — author contributions and profile
September 1, 2023Contributor page and pieces describing his background (JD/MBA candidate, mission development work at Swarm Aero, former Air Force intelligence officer).