New York– Former New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has joined Scope Labs Capital as a member of its Investment Committee, marking his first official role in the private sector since completing his tenure in public office.
Scope Labs Capital, the investment arm of the technology firm Scope Labs, announced Sununu’s appointment Thursday. The move signals a vote of confidence in the firm’s approach to early-stage investing, which emphasizes risk mitigation through close integration of product development, engineering, and capital deployment.
“Governor Sununu brings a rare combination of operational, financial, and governance expertise,” said Dave Sukoff, managing partner at Scope Labs Capital. “His presence strengthens our ability to pursue bold, yet disciplined investments in emerging technologies.”
A graduate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Sununu has a longstanding professional relationship with Sukoff dating back to their college years. Before serving four terms as governor, Sununu was CEO of Waterville Valley Ski Resort and worked as an environmental engineer.
“Scope Labs Capital is doing something truly different,” Sununu said. “Their hands-on approach to supporting startups reduces traditional early-stage risk without sacrificing ambition. I’m excited to help identify the next generation of companies poised to make an impact.”
Scope Labs Capital operates within a broader startup ecosystem that includes Scope Studio, which handles client-driven development, and Scope Incubator, which focuses on internal product creation. The firm has strong MIT ties and has helped startups in its orbit raise more than $20 million in just 18 months, with total valuations exceeding $200 million.
Sununu’s appointment comes as Scope Labs Capital prepares to launch its Early Stage Venture Fund in the second quarter of 2025. The $10 million fund aims to back 20 to 25 seed-stage digital product companies emerging from Scope’s innovation network.
