Empowering Revolutionaries Building Tomorrow's Technology

Combining technical knowledge, operational experience, and strategic thinking to support founders at the forefront of deep tech innovation.

MissionTeam

What Drives Us

We believe in the power of technology to solve global challenges, disrupt outdated industries, and unlock new opportunities. But breakthrough ideas don’t scale themselves. They need strong teams, smart execution, and long-term vision. That’s where we come in.

our mission

To empower visionary founders at the frontier of deep tech—helping you turn ambitious ideas into scalable, market-defining companies.

Meet The Team

Who We Are

5IR Funds is led by a team of experienced operators, investors, and strategists who understand what it takes to scale disruptive technologies. Our expertise spans venture capital, intellectual property, technology commercialization, and global market expansion.

David Carstens

General Partner

John Nguyen

General Partner

Zachary Todd

Venture Partner

Gina Betts

Board Advisor

Kyle Wiley

Board Advisor

Jason Adams

Board Advisor

Dr. Nhan Nguyen

Board Advisor

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Materials Science: The Overlooked Foundation of Deep Tech

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The Quantum Advantage: How Near-Term Applications Will Drive Long-Term Adoption

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