Ellen Chang
Deep-tech investor focused on maritime and space domains; Managing Director at CapZone Impact Investments and Co-Founder and Co-President of Wharton Aerospace, with prior service as a U.S. Navy intelligence officer and leadership roles at Northrop Grumman.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 23min
Taiwan, China and the Future of Drone Wars: Ellen Chang Part I
Ellen Chang, a deep-tech investor and former U.S. Navy intelligence officer, dives into pressing geopolitical issues surrounding Taiwan and China. She discusses how the Ukraine War serves as a preview for future drone warfare, emphasizing decentralized approaches versus bureaucratic barriers. Ellen reflects on Taiwan's rapid development of its domestic drone industry, driven by lessons learned from Ukraine and a resilient national identity. Her insights on reshoring manufacturing and the generational divide in Taiwanese identity add depth to this critical conversation.
Jan 8, 2026 • 28min
Taiwan’s Strategy and Scaling Tech for Modern Conflict: Ellen Chang Part II
Ellen Chang, a deep-tech investor and Co-President of Wharton Aerospace, shares her insights on Taiwan's defense strategy and the urgent need for manufacturing scale in modern warfare. She discusses Taiwan's self-reliance, the implications of China's tech ambitions, and the U.S.'s struggles with critical components. Ellen emphasizes the importance of public-private partnerships to revitalize the maritime sector, warns against innovation arrogance, and critiques VC approaches to hard-tech. She also offers advice for newcomers in the defense tech field.
