Investing in the future of our nation
At Starfield Front, we believe there is a critical opportunity to make an impact for the future of our country by leading people well through private company ownership.
A Legacy of Service
Our founders bring a wealth of experience from their military service and entrepreneurial ventures. With a shared passion for America's Resilience, they are dedicated to empowering lower middle-market businesses to grow, thrive and innovate.
Our Founders
Latham Saddler has spent his career at the intersection of leadership, business, and national security. He served for eight years as a Navy SEAL officer, leading a 25-man unit in Iraq and deploying to Afghanistan. As the former Director of Intelligence Programs on the White House National Security Council, he managed the black ops portfolio and was also a White House Fellow. He is an experienced lower-middle market operator, leading a portfolio of five businesses and their C-level leadership teams. Additionally, he served as Chief of Staff at Synovus and was a member of the Executive Management Committee. Latham lives in Atlanta, Georgia with his wife and three children.
Kevin Rodrigo has held executive leadership positions in both the military and investment sectors. He built, managed, and exited a successful real estate portfolio. During his 14-year career as a Navy SEAL officer, he led strategic initiatives and managed teams of up to 600 personnel globally. As an executive leader in the military, he oversaw full lifecycle projects, managed a $40 million budget, and handled over $100 million in equipment assets. Kevin spends his time outside of work with his wife and four kids in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Investing in THE BACKBONE OF OUR NATION, SUPPORTING sMALL AMERICAN BUSINESSES
At Starfield Front, we believe in the power of entrepreneurship. Our investment philosophy is rooted in trust, collaboration, and a commitment to fostering growth in veteran-owned and lower middle market businesses.
ACCESS TO THE BEST TALENT
With our military connection, we have access to the best leaders that our country offers, and we intend to have these individuals lead our companies. This is our #1 competitive advantage.
Long Term Hold
We've seen too many businesses killed or stunted by short timelines and premature exits. That's why we intend to keep our businesses for the long-term, so we can grow together for years to come.
People First
We exist to provide veterans and small business owners the ability to transition their businesses to other veterans and great leaders, so that what they've built can continue to thrive.