Michael Falcon
Partner at In-Q-Tel
Michael Falcon
Partner at In-Q-Tel
Austin, Texas
Overview
Work Experience
Partner
2021 - Current
IQT is the non-profit strategic investor that accelerates the development and delivery of cutting-edge technologies to the CIA and other U.S. Government agencies that keep our nation safe. Our work bridges the gap between the challenging technology needs of the national security agencies, the rapidly changing innovations of the startup world, and the venture community that funds those startups. IQT occupies a distinct role at the intersection of all stakeholders – our Government and Intelligence Community customers, the venture capital community, and the startup world. It is our access to and deep understanding of these diverse communities that fuel our ability to make relevant investments.
Managing Director - Corporate Venture Capital
2018 - 2021
The corporate venture capital group of LG Group. LG Technology Ventures is managing over $400 million of fund assets and invests in early-stage start-ups in artificial intelligence, mobility, advanced materials, life-sciences, next generation display, mobile, and 5G.
Member Board Of Directors of CerebrumX
2021 - 2021
CerebrumX is unleashing the potential of Connected Car Data through the Industry's first Automotive Data Management Platform augmented with contextual information.
Board Observer of Edgybees
2020 - 2021
Edgybees fuses pioneering 3D video generation, computer vision and multi-sensor data analytics to provide a highly contextual visual presence of non-tangible intelligence.
Investor in OTI Lumionics
2020 - 2021
OTI Lumionics develops advanced materials for next-generation OLED displays using quantum simulations, machine learning, and pilot production testing.
Investor in SeeQC
2020 - 2021
Seeqc combines classical and quantum technologies to address the efficiency, stability and cost issues endemic to quantum computing systems.
Board Observer of Forge Nano
2019 - 2021
Forge Nano is a global expert in Particle ALD (Atomic Layer Deposition).
Member Board Of Directors of Element Energy
2019 - 2021
Element Energy’s Cell-Level Battery Management System utilizes adaptive cell-learning algorithms to improve the safety, energy throughput and lifetime of large lithium-ion battery packs.
Board Observer of GenXComm, Incorporated
2017 - 2021
A wireless technology company born out of research at the University of Texas that is set to revolutionize wireless communications. GenXComm is commercializing a breakthrough self-interference cancellation solution that will enable true full duplex communication for wideband, providing unprecedented low latency symmetric communication.
Board Observer of Inpria Corporation
2016 - 2021
A pioneer in extending semiconductor lithography with inorganic photoresists for nanoscale patterning. Inpria’s patented photo-condensed molecular oxides offer customers the unique ability to deposit – directly from solution – atomically smooth, intrinsically dense, and directly photopatternable metal oxide films, enabling advanced performance with simplified processing.
Board Observer of Crop Enhancement Incorporated
2016 - 2021
A venture-backed agriculture technology corporation founded by renowned materials scientist and serial entrepreneur Dr. David Soane, Crop Enhancement is developing sustainable agrochemical formulations that employ advanced and environmentally friendly chemistry to improve crop yields, eliminate or minimize pesticide use, and enable precise and effective delivery of active ingredients and fertilizers.
Member Board Of Directors of Electroninks Incorporated
2015 - 2021
Develops advanced materials using particle-free metal complex conductive inks for printed electronics, semiconductor and related markets.
Managing Partner - Financial Venture Capital
2014 - 2021
Co-founded a venture capital firm focusing on early and growth stage, hardware and physical science technology investing. Co-led all aspects of firm’s activities, including sourcing, investing, and portfolio management. Areas of interest include: advanced materials, energy technologies, advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, sensors and industrial/hardware.
Member Board Of Directors (Guggenheim Venture Partners portfolio company)
2009 - 2018
Acquired by Broadcom. Develops and manufactures embedded radio-frequency (RF) interference detection, classification, avoidance, and management solutions for self-managed and secure wireless local area networks (WLANs).
Partner, Alara Capital (formerly Guggenheim Venture Partners) - Financial Venture Capital
2011 - 2014
A private equity and venture capital firm that invests in technology companies. - Involved in sourcing new software and hardware technology deals, negotiating deal terms, and managing ongoing portfolio companies through growth / exit phases. - Guided and supported portfolio companies through mergers & acquisitions, equity & debt financings, and company fundraising and financial planning. - Assisted in spin-off of Alara Capital from Guggenheim Partners into a new firm in 2011.
Member, Board Of Directors at Equiphon, Inc.
2009 - 2013
A fabless semiconductor components start-up targeting solutions for high-volume markets such as flat-panel TVs and personal media players with next-generation Class-D audio amplifiers ICs.
Board Observer of IronStratus (Acquired by Gemalto)
2009 - 2013
Provides cloud-based identity and access management services (SSO)
Investment Professional, Guggenheim Venture Partners (GVP)
2008 - 2011
The venture capital investment team within Guggenheim Partners focusing on private equity and VC investments within the technology sector.
Director, Marketing and Business Development
2002 - 2008
Acquired by Canon, Inc. (NYSE: CAJ). A privately held, early stage, technology start-up and manufacturer of nano-lithography equipment for the semiconductor and microelectronics industries.
Product and Business Development Manager
2000 - 2002
Directed development of a wireless telematics hardware and asset tracking software system, including analyzing customer needs, drafting product requirements, managing an engineering-design team, and coordinating strategic alliances and partnerships.
MIT Leaders for Global Operations Intern
1999 - 2000
LGO internships provide an industrial “laboratory” for research on operations management and engineering. Students use cutting-edge advancements to tackle tangible solutions that benefit the host company. Internship research forms the basis for the MIT master’s thesis, which is a dual-degree academic paper.
Captain, Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)
1994 - 1998
Director, Mid-Infrared Semiconductor Laser Program. Responsible for a $6 million/year advanced laser program, including direct supervision of 8 scientists. Oversight of over 50 personnel from four agencies and an industry partner. Awarded USAF Commendation and Achievement Medals for outstanding leadership that resulted in successfully productizing a next generation defensive laser system for use on military aircraft.
Research Associate (MIT 6-A Masters Degree Intern Program)
1990 - 1994
Partnership between MIT and industry. It allows MIT students to pursue a leading-edge industry project while simultaneously working towards the completion of their Masters thesis. Work performed at Texas Instruments Central Research Laboratory (CRL).