U.S. Department of Commerce
Overview
The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) is an executive department of the U.S. federal government responsible for gathering data for business and governmental decision making, establishing industrial standards, catalyzing economic development, promoting foreign direct investment, and safeguarding national economic security . The Department works to create jobs through sustainable development, economic growth, favorable international trade terms, and the accessibility of high technology .
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| LeoLabs | Dec 2025 | Contract | Co-investor |
| Vulcan Elements | Nov 2025 | Public-Private Partnership | Co-investor |
| LeoLabs | Sep 2025 | Grant | Co-investor |
| Hemlock Semiconductors | Oct 2024 | Grant | Lead |
| Polar Semiconductor | Sep 2024 | Early Funding | Lead |
Key People
Ahmad Khalil
Managing Director, Risk Analytics
Blake Doll
CHIPS Program Office - Investment Principal
Bruna M. Chernicoff
Compliance Principal, CHIPS Program Office
Charlie Olmert
Investment Principal, CHIPS Program Office
Josiane I.
Investment Principal, CHIPs Investment Office
Sean Timmins
Principal Commercial Officer
Shane Macedonio
Investment Principal
Shari Stout
Principal Commercial Officer
Zakee Howard
Senior Economic Risk Principal At CHIPS For America
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
