About us

Trident & Talon is led by Industry Executives and former Military Veterans based in the United States and India. We are veterans and graduates of US Service Academies who have extensive experience in deal making, private capital, military sales, and international business. We have extensive connections with private capital, defense companies, and political leaders.


Our mission is to enhance the National Security of the United States, India and our Allies. We do this by bringing American and Indian Companies together to develop new business opportunities.

Mike Rubel

Eli Bremer

Shiv Dalvie

Bharat Malkani

A proven business leader with over 25-years in Operational and Investment roles across mobility, internet and Telcom. Mr. Rubel held various roles at Michelin, Intellectual Ventures, GE Ventures, Ericsson 5G Lab, and the 5G Open Innovation Lab. Michael is a graduate of the US Naval Academy.


Entrepreneur, Investor, former Olympian and current Senate Candidate in the State of Colorado. Eli brings over 20-years of investment, startup, and Government Contracting experience to the Team, as well as a strong network in business and Government. Eli is a graduate of the US Air Force Academy.


An experienced Investment Partner, Founder of Cotton Tree Management and formerly a Partner at AEA Investors in New York and Hong Kong. Responsible for establishing and leading AEA's private equity business across Asia including China, India and Southeast Asia.


Industry leader and entrepreneur with 30+ years of experience in the Aviation and Defense industry, with a deep network and knowledge of Government Policy and Defense Systems. Max is the Chairman of Max Aerospace and a former Indian Army SOF Officer.