Stephen Seelbach
About Stephen Seelbach
Stephen Seelbach is a Managing Director at Vista Equity Partners, where he has worked since 2020. He previously held key positions at Morgan Stanley and Vista Equity Partners, and he actively engages with various boards and councils in the finance and education sectors.
Current Role at Vista Equity Partners
Stephen Seelbach serves as Managing Director at Vista Equity Partners, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he leads Vista's strategy in Asia, focusing on investor-facing dialogue, portfolio company go-to-market activities, and partnerships. His experience in the private equity sector and understanding of Asian markets contribute to the firm's growth and operational strategies.
Previous Experience at Vista Equity Partners
Before his current role, Stephen Seelbach worked at Vista Equity Partners as Chief of Staff to Founder Robert F. Smith from 2014 to 2019. During this five-year tenure, he was instrumental in leading the opening of Vista's offices in Hong Kong and Singapore, expanding the firm's presence in key Asian markets.
Career at Morgan Stanley
Stephen Seelbach spent 15 years at Morgan Stanley, where he held various roles including Managing Director, Executive Director, Vice President, Associate, and Analyst. From 2012 to 2014, he served as Asia-Pacific Head of the Financial Sponsors Group in Hong Kong. His extensive experience at Morgan Stanley spanned multiple locations, including New York, Singapore, and Hong Kong.
Educational Background
Stephen Seelbach graduated with a Bachelor's degree in International Relations and Affairs from Amherst College, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. He completed his high school education at Millburn High School, earning his diploma from 1991 to 1995.
Board Memberships and Community Involvement
In addition to his role at Vista Equity Partners, Stephen Seelbach serves as a Board Member at Applause since 2022. He is also the Board Chair of Squash Drive in San Francisco/Oakland and sits on the boards of Vista's joint ventures in Japan, NEC and Japan Cloud Computer. He is a member of the Asia Council of the Global Private Capital Association (GPCA) and the Hong Kong Venture Capital Association, and actively collaborates with the World Economic Forum.