About Eliakim
At Eliakim Capital, we unite leaders from finance, technology, national security, governance, and global development to bring strategic clarity to an increasingly complex world. Our work is guided by the legacy of Eliakim—the ancient steward entrusted with the “key of the house of David,” a symbol of integrity, stability, and wise administration. Like our namesake, we are committed to trusted leadership, disciplined stewardship, and helping organizations build securely for the future.
Our Team
Todd Colpron
Managing Partner
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Capital markets strategy & structured finance
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Venture scaling & early-stage growth acceleration
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Strategic partnerships across private markets & technology
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Investor relations & capital-raise communications
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Clean-energy, digital infrastructure & real-asset investment
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Long-term value creation & portfolio strategy
Todd Colpron is a capital markets strategist and Managing Partner of Eliakim Capital, known for scaling high-potential companies, leading strategic investments, and advising across private markets, digital infrastructure, and clean energy…
Rich Washburn
Managing Partner & Chief AI Officer
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AI system architecture & deployment
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High-performance computing (HPC) infrastructure
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Cybersecurity, digital forensics & threat response
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Enterprise IT modernization & automation
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Technical due diligence for emerging technologies
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AI training, education & organizational enablement
Rich Washburn is a 30-year tech strategist known for simplifying complex AI and cybersecurity challenges while guiding organizations through large-scale digital transformation…
Barbara Matthews
Advisor, Capital Markets & Governance
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IPO readiness & public-company governance
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Corporate board development & compliance architecture
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M&A structuring and cross-border transactions
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Capital strategy: SPAC, equity, and private financing
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Regulatory navigation across U.S., Canada, LatAm & Asia
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Strategic growth planning & organizational transformation
Barbara brings extensive expertise in complex transactions, enterprise risk, governance, and international expansion, advising boards and executives across public and private companies…
George “Trip” McIngvale III, LTC (Ret.)
Advisor, Security & Strategic Operations
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Global crisis management & operational risk
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Interagency coordination (DoD, DHS, Intelligence)
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National security strategy & critical-infrastructure resilience
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Foreign policy, GEOINT, and international operations
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Organizational preparedness & security governance
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Strategic planning for high-risk, complex environments
Trip McIngvale brings decades of Special Operations and policy experience, advising on security strategy, organizational resilience, and complex geopolitical risk…
Christopher Johnson
Advisor, Global Impact & Strategic Development
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International development strategy
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Large-scale project execution & oversight
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Community empowerment & sustainability initiatives
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Cross-cultural leadership & stakeholder coordination
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Nonprofit governance & program design
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Strategic partnerships across public, private & NGO sectors
Christopher is a global social-impact leader with 30+ years guiding international development, humanitarian initiatives, and large-scale community empowerment programs…
Benjamin Callis
Advisor, Technical Strategy & Product Innovation
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Technical product architecture & system design
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Startup technology strategy & early-stage scaling
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Enterprise software development & modernization
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User-centric product innovation & UI/UX alignment
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Data systems, business intelligence & workflow automation
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Technical evaluation, feasibility assessment & solution modeling
Ben is a technical strategist and product architect known for transforming complex ideas into scalable solutions across multiple high-growth technology sectors…
John B. Matthews
Advisor, Global Operations & Supply Chain Strategy
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Global manufacturing & operational leadership
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Supply chain strategy across U.S., Mexico, and Asia
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Enterprise value creation for ESOPs, family-owned, and private companies
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Governance, fiduciary oversight & board advisory
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ERP implementation & operational system modernization
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International facility development & commercial negotiations
John is a seasoned C-suite operator and global supply chain strategist with 20+ years leading international manufacturing, operations, and value-creation initiatives…
Terri Hasdorff
Advisor, Government Relations & Strategic Partnerships
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Government relations & regulatory strategy
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Public–private partnerships & stakeholder engagement
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National and international market expansion
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Legislative processes, policy influence & political affairs
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Crisis management & strategic communications
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Business development & organizational scaling
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Cross-cultural leadership & international affairs
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Nonprofit capacity building & community engagement
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High-level alliance development across federal and global entities
Terri is a seasoned advisor skilled in government relations, strategic alliances, and high-impact program development across federal agencies, global corporations, and international markets…
Marvin R. LeRoy, Jr.
Advisor, Nonprofit Strategy & Philanthropic Leadership
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Nonprofit leadership & organizational development
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Fundraising strategy & capital campaign planning
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Philanthropic program design & mission alignment
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Legislative affairs & public-sector engagement
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Strategic planning for nonprofit growth
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Board development & governance support
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Community impact initiatives & cross-sector partnerships
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Executive coaching for nonprofit leaders
Marvin LeRoy is a lifelong nonprofit leader with 40+ years advancing education, health, human services, and arts organizations—supporting over $750M in philanthropic impact…
John Barker
Advisor, Corporate Development & Strategic Partnerships
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Corporate development & strategic partnerships
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Market expansion & business growth strategy
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Startup and enterprise advisory support
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Brand development & organizational positioning
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Funding strategy & commercial negotiations
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Relationship-driven business development
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Cross-industry network cultivation
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Executive communication & leadership alignment
John Barker is an experienced executive specializing in corporate development, strategic partnerships, and business expansion across technology, entertainment, and professional services…
Ready to Build the Future?
Whether you need capital, infrastructure, or strategic advisory, Eliakim Capital is the consortium that delivers.