Erik De Stefanis

Overview

Erik de Stefanis is an angel investor with a focus on commerce-tech, consumer tech, and creator infrastructure. He is a Partner at Interlace Ventures, an early-stage fund investing in founders reimagining commerce. In addition to his role at Interlace Ventures, Erik is the founder of Gen Z Ventures and a partner at DVC. He has a keen interest in sectors such as AR/VR, agriculture tech, cosmetics, cannabis, clean tech, fashion, communications, developer tools, future of work, e-commerce, fintech, food and beverage, insurtech, marketplaces, consumer, parenting, food services, sales tech, sex, and social impact. Erik has been involved in investments in companies like Higher, which is modernizing local commerce by creating tech-enabled elevated shared-space cafés and omni-channel hubs. He has also co-invested in companies such as Darkstore, a logistics platform for on-demand delivery, and Printify, a print-on-demand platform for custom products. Erik's investment strategy focuses on early-stage companies that are innovating in commerce and consumer technology, with a particular interest in businesses that are leveraging technology to enhance consumer experiences and infrastructure. His approach combines a deep understanding of market trends with a commitment to supporting founders who are driving meaningful change in their industries. Erik's diverse portfolio reflects his broad interests and his dedication to fostering innovation across various sectors.