Grist Mill Exchange — Data & Intelligence
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The data marketplace for national security

Data & IntelligenceFund I

Disruptive commercial data marketplace for national security. Access to hundreds of commercial data providers and thousands of datasets under a single contract.

At a Glance
HeadquartersAlexandria, VA
Latest MilestoneDec 2025: Launched metered API access for government data at mission speed

Quick Facts

SectorData & Intelligence
VVC FundFund I
HeadquartersAlexandria, VA
StatusActive
Sector Context

Why Data & Intelligence matters.

The intelligence community increasingly relies on commercial data. The OSINT and commercial data market for government is growing at 20%+ annually as agencies seek decision advantage.

Leadership Team
Jen ObernierCEO

Former government and defense leader, built GME to solve data access challenges for government missions

Ben CrockerVice President, Growth and Strategic Partnerships
Jeff KunkleSenior Vice President of Engineering
Key Milestones
Dec 2025: Launched metered API access for government data at mission speedSource
Dec 2025: Partnered with Reality Defender for deepfake detection and data verificationSource
May 2025: Debuted Grist Mill Edge at SOF Week 2025Source
Sep 2024: Awarded FEDSIM contract for government data servicesSource
2024: Available on Carahsoft GSA Schedule for federal procurementSource