Stefan Mahlstein

Overview

An experienced internet entrepreneur and angel investor based in Stockholm, Sweden. With a Master of Laws degree from Uppsala University, he has over 30 years of experience in the small and midsize business sector, both in Sweden and abroad. He has worked in various industries, including finance, gaming, affiliate marketing, and search engine optimization, holding leading roles in companies such as Avanza Bank, Fondmarknaden, Aktieinvest, Redeye, and B2B Poker (now Entraction). As a long-term investor with a passion for sustainable growth, Stefan focuses on early-stage companies, particularly those aiming to transform traditional industries through digitization. He has invested in several digital startups, including Hardskills, Meitner, and Fenix Begravning. His investment interests span sectors such as food & beverage, manufacturing & engineering, and media, with a geographical focus on Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, and Norway. In addition to his entrepreneurial and investment activities, Stefan serves on various boards, including Wise Group AB and Novellix. He is also involved in fundraising committees for organizations like the World Scout Foundation and the Baden Powell Fellowship. His extensive experience in online businesses and private equity financing, combined with his strategic approach to business development and marketing, make him a versatile entrepreneur with a diverse investment portfolio.

Investment Focus

• Companies aiming to transform traditional industries through digitization
• Early-stage companies with a ready product or service for commercialization

Portfolio Companies