Don Stalter
General Partner
DPI
Don Stalter founded Sunshine Lake Capital with the conviction that the most overlooked founders often build the most enduring companies. With over two decades of experience across venture capital, operations, and strategy, Don has developed a sharp eye for identifying founders whose unconventional paths give them a distinct edge.
Before launching Sunshine Lake, Don held senior roles at leading financial institutions and technology companies, where he built cross-border teams and led investments spanning multiple continents. His global network and hands-on approach make him a trusted partner from first check to growth stage and beyond.
Pre-Fund Track Record
Deel
Alex Bouaziz & Shuo WangVisa barriers after MIT prevented Alex and Shuo from pursuing traditional careers. They built Deel instead — the infrastructure powering global hiring.
Headway
Jake SussmanJake co-founded Headway to make mental healthcare accessible to millions — building the rails that let therapists take insurance.
Kalshi
Tarek Mansour & Luana Lopes LaraGlobal events move markets, yet individuals had no way to hedge that risk. Tarek and Luana built the first federally regulated prediction market.
Key Accomplishments
- Founded Sunshine Lake Capital
- 20+ years in venture capital and strategy
- Led cross-border investments across multiple continents
- Former senior roles at leading financial institutions
- Built and scaled global investment teams