About Terranova Investment Group

Terranova Investment Group is the strategic investment arm of Terranova Aerospace & Defense Group, focused on deploying long‑term capital into technologies and businesses that strengthen global security, resilience, and sustainable economic growth.

Established to support emerging and mission‑critical ventures, Terranova Investment Group operates through minority Class A equity positions, providing aligned capital, governance oversight, and strategic backing to help companies scale across regulated and international markets.

Chairperson, Terranova Investment Group
CEO & Chief Security Officer, Terranova Aerospace & Defense Group

James Castle is a recognized leader in global innovation, cybersecurity, and strategic capital, with deep experience spanning defense, education, investment, and governance. As Chairperson of Terranova Investment Group, he provides strategic oversight across capital deployment, governance alignment, and long‑term value creation within the Terranova ecosystem.

As CEO of Terranova Aerospace & Defense Group, James leads a multifaceted organization advancing aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies across regulated and international markets. His work focuses on building resilient, secure ecosystems that enable innovation while managing operational and geopolitical risk.

Our Purpose

We invest where innovation intersects with security, infrastructure, and long‑term value creation.

Terranova Investment Group was created to address a growing gap in the global market: the need for disciplined capital that understands regulation, cross‑border complexity, and the operational realities of defense‑adjacent and dual‑use technologies. Our approach prioritizes sustainability, compliance, and durability over short‑term returns.

A Unified Strategic Ecosystem

Terranova Investment Group operates within a broader Terranova ecosystem that integrates investment, defense, cybersecurity, education, and governance.

This ecosystem includes:

• Terranova Aerospace & Defense Group: Advancing aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, and emerging technology initiatives.

• Cyber Security Global Alliance (CSGA): A nonprofit organization operating under Terranova Defense NFP, leading global efforts in cybersecurity education, standards development, and workforce readiness.

• Global education and workforce initiatives: Including cross‑border training programs and regulatory frameworks supporting the next generation of digital resilience.

Together, these entities form a coordinated structure designed to support innovation responsibly, aligning capital, governance, and execution.

How We Invest?

Terranova Investment Group follows a disciplined, partnership‑driven investment model, centered on:

• Minority Class A share acquisitions

• Strategic governance and advisory participation

• Long‑term alignment with founders and institutional stakeholders

• Focus on scalability, resilience, and compliance

We work closely with entrepreneurs, governments, and strategic partners to unlock value while managing risk across complex regulatory environments.

Leadership & Philosophy

Terranova’s leadership is rooted in strategic foresight and operational experience across aerospace, defense, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Our investment philosophy reflects a belief that innovation must be secure, ethical, and inclusive, and that economic growth must be sustained through responsible governance.

Every initiative supported by Terranova Investment Group is guided by the principle that long‑term trust is as important as financial return.

Looking Ahead

As global markets evolve, Terranova Investment Group remains committed to supporting ventures that reinforce stability, strengthen infrastructure, and advance innovation in service of shared progress.

We engage selectively with investors, innovators, and partners who share our commitment to integrity, accountability, and lasting impact.

James Castle

Strategic & Institutional Affiliations

• Corporate Member, VNTR (Toronto Chapter)
  Part of a global investor network supporting vetted ventures through co‑investment, strategic collaboration, and curated capital flows.

  
  

• Chairperson, Cyber Security Global Alliance (CSGA)
  Oversees a nonprofit organization operating under Terranova Defense NFP, leading international initiatives in cybersecurity education, standards development, and workforce transformation, including globally recognized programs endorsed by U.S. government agencies.

  
  

• Advisor, Borough of Manhattan Community College (CUNY)
  Serves as Cybersecurity Advisory Chief and key advisor to the Center for Continuing Education and Workforce Development, supporting international workforce development, inclusive innovation, and applied cybersecurity education.

Recognition & Ecosystem Leadership

James Castle has been recognized by multiple organizations for his leadership in cybersecurity, innovation, and strategic infrastructure development. His work spans public‑private collaboration, cross‑border regulatory frameworks, and responsible technology deployment.

He plays a central role in shaping AI integrity and governance initiatives, including the development of global AI accountability frameworks and standards bodies focused on transparency, resilience, and ethical adoption across defense, cybersecurity, and investment sectors.

Investment & Governance Philosophy

James Castle's leadership philosophy emphasizes that capital, governance, and trust must move together. His investment approach prioritizes long‑term alignment, minority-governed structures, and responsible growth, ensuring that innovation is not only scalable but also secure, compliant, and sustainable.