Shai Stern

Overview

An experienced angel investor and CEO specializing in financial technology and payment solutions. Shai Stern is the CEO and Co-Chairman of CheckAlt, the largest independent provider of treasury and lockbox solutions in the United States. He has been instrumental in leading CheckAlt's growth, including the acquisitions of ERAS from Diebold, Inc. in 2014 and Klik from MUFG Union Bank in 2016. Additionally, Mr. Stern serves on the board of Bankjoy and has been a lead investor at Double Beam, Inc., guiding the company through multiple financing rounds and its successful sale to Verifone. Beyond his role at CheckAlt, Mr. Stern co-founded Vintage Filings in 2002, a New York-based EDGAR filing firm that was acquired by PR Newswire in 2007. He also served as co-chairman of Vcorp Services, which was sold to Wolters Kluwer in 2016. His extensive experience in the financial services sector underscores his commitment to innovation and growth in the industry. Mr. Stern's investment focus includes early-stage technology companies, particularly in the financial services and payment sectors. His strategic guidance and leadership have been pivotal in scaling companies and achieving successful exits. His approach combines deep industry knowledge with a hands-on investment style, fostering growth and value creation in his portfolio companies.

Investment Focus

• Early-stage technology companies in financial services and payment sectors

Portfolio Companies