Slayton Capital

Founded in 2001 by Gregory W. Slayton in Silicon Valley, Slayton Capital operates as an early-stage venture capital and angel fund, adhering to four key investment criteria, with a focus on companies where Slayton personally knows and trusts the principals. Noteworthy for investments in successful ventures like Salesforce.com, Google, Oakley Networks, and Bloom Energy, Slayton Capital's approach includes taking advisory roles and equity stakes. The firm maintains a selective portfolio, typically investing in 2 to 4 companies annually, actively contributing value in strategic areas. With Gregory Slayton's diverse background encompassing education, executive roles, venture capital, and philanthropy, the firm leverages his extensive network of influential connections to foster startups' growth. Slayton Capital's involvement ranges from refining business strategies and recruiting executives to facilitating fundraising and ultimately positioning portfolio companies for IPOs, mergers, or sales. Significantly, the firm is distinct in its absence of Limited Partners, a deliberate decision allowing more time for the Managing Director's involvement with the Slayton Family Foundation.