SHALESTONE CAPITAL

Investing in Technology.
Building Legacies.

At Shalestone Capital we provide capital and management to small and mid-sized technology companies, providing liquidity to owners, while also preserving their legacy. As operators, we take an active roles in our companies to maximize growth and capitalize on new opportunities.

What We Look For

Strong Financial Profile

We look for established technology businesses with a history of positive operating cash flow

Customer Centricity

We partner with companies that have an established niche in their market and focus on delivering solutions for their diversified customer base

Partnership

Our owners are looking for a partner, not just capital, to build their business and preserve their legacy after transition

Our Approach

1
Build strong partnerships with owners and management based on shared approach and long-term view
2
Build and customize an investment and operating structure that maximizes long-term success for all parties
3
Offer good value and the opportunity for existing owners to participate in upside
4
Work actively with management to drive scale by bringing operational experience to accelerate growth
5
Hold businesses for the long term, with no planned or required exit timeline

Our Leadership

David Krauter

Founder

David is an experienced technology executive, investor, and operator. Most recently, David was the CEO of Invaluable, the leading online marketplace for auctions, where he oversaw over $1B of demand through the platform.

David also held CEO, product, and executive roles at Tripadvisor (President), Paint Nite (CEO), and Rue La La (Product).

David founded Shalestone Capital to partner with existing owners and to bring his experience, network, and additional capital to their business to maximize the future upside.

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Investing in Technology. Building Legacies.