Scout Ventures names retired Army Vice Chief of Staff Jim Mingus venture partner

• Scout Ventures named retired U.S. Army four-star General Jim Mingus as venture partner on Sept. 22.
• Mingus retired in February 2026 as the 39th Vice Chief of Staff of the U.S. Army.
• He oversaw day-to-day management of about 1 million personnel across a USD 197 billion annual budget.
• Role includes advising portfolio companies on defense go-to-market strategy, requirements, acquisition timelines, business development, Army and joint force matters.

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