Stephen Adams
Founder, Managing Member at Matchlight Capital | Greater Seattle Area
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As the Founder and Managing Member of Matchlight Capital, Stephen Adams leverages over 25 years of extensive experience in technology and product management to spearhead innovative funding solutions for early-stage ventures. His deep expertise in synthesizing a product mindset with sophisticated engineering techniques positions him uniquely to identify and nurture high-potential startups across various sectors, including Telecommunications, eCommerce, and FinTech. At Matchlight Capital, Stephen is actively involved in overseeing multiple funds, entities, and Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), ensuring that each investment aligns with a strategic vision that emphasizes scalability and market relevance.
Stephen's role transcends traditional investment management; he is deeply engaged in driving high-level technology strategy, providing not just capital but also invaluable guidance to portfolio companies. His proficiency in cross-functional team leadership and IT management allows him to foster collaborative environments where innovative ideas can flourish. By applying his skills in solution architecture and cybersecurity, he helps startups navigate the complexities of product development and market entry, ensuring they are well-equipped to tackle the challenges of a competitive landscape.
Key projects under his leadership at Matchlight Capital include initiatives focused on integrating cutting-edge cloud computing solutions and enhancing mobile device capabilities, which are critical in today’s digital economy. Stephen's commitment to empowering entrepreneurs through strategic funding and mentorship not only accelerates their growth trajectories but also contributes to the broader innovation ecosystem. His vision for Matchlight Capital is to create a lasting impact by supporting transformative technologies that redefine industries and improve user experiences globally.
Founder, Managing Member at Matchlight Capital in January 2004 to Present
Principal Consultant at Dockett Ellis Consulting in May 2022 to Present
Founding Partner at Matchlight Consulting in January 2023 to Present
Limited Partner / Advisory Committee Member at SeaChange Fund in May 2018 to December 2023
Senior Vice President and Head Of Technology at Coinstar in June 2017 to February 2022
Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Modulo Aps in July 2017 to October 2018
Partner at Seattle Angel Fund in March 2015 to May 2018
Director of Delivery Management (Technology Project Management) at T-Mobile in January 2015 to April 2017
Director of Product and Program Management at Expedia, Inc. in September 2013 to December 2014
Director of Information Technology (Network Products, Programs, & Quality Assurance) at Clearwire in December 2009 to September 2013
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Business Process Improvement
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
IT Strategy
Agile Leadership
Project Delivery
Executive Management
Digital Transformation
Business Transformation
Change Management
Strategy
Enterprise Product Development
Product Management
Program Management
Six Sigma Black Belt
P&L Management
Cross-functional Team Leadership
Cross Functional Team Building
Leadership Development
IT Transformation
IT Management
IT Infrastructure Management
IT Governance
Integration
Process Improvement
Strategic Partnerships
Vendor Management
Start-ups
Angel Investing
Enterprise Architecture
Solution Architecture
Network Architecture
Enterprise Software
Cloud Infrastructure
Technical Operations
Business Continuity Planning
Cybersecurity
Telecommunications
Mobile Devices
Wireless
Software Development
CRM
Business Intelligence
Hardware Engineering
Networking
Quality Assurance
Cloud Computing
Software as a Service (SaaS)
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What is Stephen Adams email address?
Email Stephen Adams at [email protected]. This email is the most updated Stephen Adams email found in 2026.
What is Stephen Adams phone number?
Stephen Adams phone number is +12063510459 and +15095488041.
How to contact Stephen Adams?
To contact Stephen Adams send an email to [email protected]. If you want to call Stephen Adams try calling on +12063510459 and +15095488041. (updated on November 05, 2024)
What company does Stephen Adams work for?
Stephen Adams works for Matchlight Capital
What is Stephen Adams's role at Matchlight Capital?
Stephen Adams is Founder, Managing Member
What industry does Stephen Adams work in?
Stephen Adams works in the Venture Capital And Private Equity Principals industry.
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