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Afterburner Capital invests in companies focused on human performance and innovation.
Afterburner Capital’s investment strategy incorporates Don 'Stryker' Haley’s expertise in innovation, emerging technology, and operational excellence.
Murphy brings a unique lens to private equity: the ability to assess founder potential through stress-tested frameworks.
Jared operates at the intersection of law, finance, and high-stakes business decision-making.
John McNeal brings a unique combination of strategic insight and operational execution expertise to Afterburner Capital.
James D. 'Murph' Murphy combines strategic execution and private equity experience, having founded and scaled organizations across industries for over 25 years. He established Afterburner Inc., a consulting firm serving Fortune 50 companies and NFL teams, and founded ACP and Roya Health.
The company provides information on investment opportunities and growth acceleration for businesses.
Healthcare and aerospace technology at the intersection of human performance and innovation.
Drove Aeropower, an Atlanta-based aerospace and defense startup, has exited stealth mode with financial backing from Afterburner Capital Management. The company focuses on developing advanced defense technologies. Drove Aeropower aims to leverage its expertise to address challenges in aerospace and defense sectors.
Oct 2026citybizNews article
Drove Aeropower exits stealth mode to develop next-generation defense technologies. The company focuses on advanced aerospace and power solutions for military applications. This move follows undisclosed preparatory work and signals a push into commercialization of its proprietary systems.
Oct 2026Morningstar, Inc.News article
Drove Aeropower has exited stealth mode to develop advanced defense technologies. The company focuses on next-generation aerospace and power solutions for military applications. Details on specific products or partnerships remain undisclosed.
Oct 2026PR NewswireNews article
Private equity firms Afterburner Capital and Council Capital have sold their stake in Advanced Care Partners (ACP), a home care services provider. The exit marks the conclusion of their investment in the company, which operates in the growing senior care sector. No financial terms or next steps for ACP were disclosed.
Apr 2026Home Health Care NewsNews article