Investment Focus & Strategy - Eclipse is at a seminal moment for physical industries, seeing significant interest and capital formation around both private and public companies in this sector [2] - The firm aims to capitalize on the re-industrialization trend supported by US policy and advancements in artificial intelligence to transform physical industries [3] - Eclipse emphasizes national security and economic sovereignty in its investment strategy, aligning with national priorities [4] - The firm will initially make smaller check sizes in early-stage ventures, scaling them over time as companies achieve escape velocity [7] - Eclipse is also prepared to make larger investments earlier for companies demonstrating strong traction [8] - The firm's sweet spots include supply chain solutions, semiconductors, defense tech, and autonomy, leveraging experience in electric vehicles, materials science, and battery technology [10] Key Lessons & Growth Drivers - A key lesson learned from companies like Tesla is the importance of a first-principles approach to building [11] - Product-market fit is crucial, solving customer problems and providing unique solutions [13] - Driving durable growth and ensuring long-term sustainability are essential for companies to become successful public entities [14] Team & Expertise - The Eclipse team has a decade-long vision and a competent team of builders [5] - The combination of the team's technical experience and the new partner's financial experience creates a synergistic effect [6]