About
Kurt Shintaffer is a seasoned financial executive, investor, and entrepreneur with a proven track record of scaling and transforming enterprise SaaS companies. As Co-founder and former CFO of Apptio, he played a critical role in guiding the company from its startup phase to a successful IPO in 2016, followed by a $1.96 billion take-private transaction with Vista Equity Partners in 2019, and ultimately its $4.6 billion acquisition by IBM in 2023. With deep expertise in financial strategy, capital allocation, and operational rigor, Kurt has helped build enduring businesses by balancing growth and profitability while navigating complex market transitions. As an Operating Partner at Generative Capital, Kurt brings his firsthand experience in financial leadership and SaaS growth strategy to late-stage enterprise software companies. He works closely with portfolio company leadership teams to optimize financial operations, drive sustainable growth, and prepare businesses for successful exits
Position in the VCSift Database
- • 162 investors hold the Operating Partner role in VCSift. Kurt Shintaffer is one of them.
- • 164 investors are based in Washington, United States.
Data sourced from 410,343 investor profiles. Updated July 2026.
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- Washington, US
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