Kjael Skaalerud

CEO

Denver, Colorado, United States15 yrs 6 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Expert in transforming niche B2B SaaS firms.
  • Proven track record of driving sustainable growth.
  • Hands-on approach to operational excellence.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a SaaS growth strategist with deep expertise in operational transformation and market penetration.

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Financial MarketsRisk ManagementResearchEmerging MarketsGlobal Business DevelopmentMarket IntelligenceRelationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentSales PresentationsStrategyLead GenerationContract NegotiationCountry Risk AnalysisCold CallingBusiness Strategy

About

After a decade leading growth across corporate, venture-backed, and PE-owned SaaS companies (with a few exits along the way), I noticed a segment of the market overlooked by capital and underserved by go-to-market (GTM) execution. Skaling Ventures was born šŸ“ā€ā˜ ļøāš”ļø Our playbook is simple: find high-retention, founder-led niche vertical B2B SaaS firms with underdeveloped GTM and transform them with systems, structure, and high-leverage execution. My approach is hands-on: - Architect transformations - Embed infrastructure (tech, data and analytics), process discipline, and select operating frameworks - Drive sustainable growth through structured experimentation, systems thinking, and high-agency teams I believe in deep work, high standards, and playing long games with people I trust and admire. My approach favors clarity, simplicity, and thoughtful frameworks that build enduring value—whether in business, leadership, or life. I build in public—because the journey should be transparent, teachable, and repeatable. šŸ—žļø Substack: https://skalingventures.substack.com/ šŸ“ŗ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@skalingventures šŸŽ§ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7rQNBYUlYMRYejhM8jUYoW If you’re a Founder, DM me to talk performance metrics, valuation drivers, acquisition channels…you name it.

Experience

Supercat solutions

Chief Executive Officer

Feb 2025 – Present Ā· 1 yr 1 mo

  • Excited to lead SuperCat Solutions into a new era of growth — with one clear mission: make it easier, faster, and more powerful for our customers to win.
  • We’re leveling up every part of the business: stronger tools, faster support, and smarter solutions designed around your needs. We’re investing heavily in platform enhancements, customer-driven innovation, and streamlined service — all to help you sell more, operate better, and grow faster.
  • At SuperCat, we’re keeping what makes us special — but raising the bar for everything else. The goal is simple: to be your most trusted, most valuable partner for the long term.

Halbar partners

Entrepreneur in Residence

Oct 2022 – May 2025 Ā· 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Lending guidance to search entrepreneurs pursuing SaaS oriented acquisitions.

Skaling ventures

Managing Partner

Sep 2022 – Present Ā· 3 yrs 6 mos Ā· Denver Metropolitan Area

  • Skaling Ventures assumes ownership positions in founder-led, niche vertical B2B SaaS firms overlooked by traditional capital — brilliant products with elite retention and untapped go-to-market potential.
  • We don’t just invest. We operate.
  • Our playbook is simple: inject GTM systems, operational rigor, and customer-centric growth engines to turn niche SaaS companies into durable, high-performing businesses.
  • What we look for:
  • Sector: Niche vertical B2B SaaS (specialized industries, <250k US business entities)
  • ARR: $1M–$3M
  • Logo Retention: 95%+
  • Profit Margin: 10%–20%
  • Growth Rate: 10%–20%
  • Onboarding: Customer-led or <20 hours required
  • Founder: Technical and product-focused
  • Learn more:
  • 🌐 skalingventures.com
  • āœļø Building in public: skalingventures.substack.com

Stage 2 capital

Accelerator Coach

Jul 2022 – Jan 2025 Ā· 2 yrs 6 mos

  • The Stage 2 Capital Accelerator supports early-stage companies in scaling their business, providing capital and hands-on coaching from an unrivaled community of elite go-to-market professionals.

Altvia

2 roles

Chief Revenue Officer

Promoted

Apr 2021 – Sep 2022 Ā· 1 yr 5 mos Ā· Denver Metropolitan Area

  • Leading go-to-market and revenue growth. Beyond lucky to be a part of Altvia and the team.
  • Altvia is a tech platform for PE & VC. Faster fundraising. Precise deal execution. Transparent portfolios. Loyal LPs.

SVP, Revenue

Jun 2020 – Apr 2021 Ā· 10 mos Ā· Denver Metropolitan Area

Harri

Vice President of Sales & Brand

Aug 2019 – Jun 2020 Ā· 10 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • 'Lovable technology for Building, Managing and Engaging Hospitality Teams.'
  • Helping Harri build a sales organization, scale revenue, and change the hospitality industry to the delight of operators everywhere.

Skaled

Senior Consultant

Mar 2018 – Aug 2019 Ā· 1 yr 5 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Combining modern sales process best practices with cutting-edge technology to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of sales organizations.

Skaling ventures

Founder

Jul 2017 – Aug 2019 Ā· 2 yrs 1 mo Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • We are a community and consultancy for rapid growth companies and careers.
  • Skaling Ventures was built on a simple observation: most of the resources in today’s economy support startups, neglecting those who make it to the next stage of growth.
  • Upon reaching product-market-fit (startups at Series A+), or concept validation (emerging franchises at 2+ units), the value-drivers for a business change drastically.
  • Hyper-nimble and responsive to customer feedback loops is the quickest path to building a desired product / service. Efficient, replicable and predictable are the most rewarded attributes when going-to-market at scale.
  • We support the transition to ā€˜growth-stage’. Revenue is our craft. Let’s find growth. Let’s grow together.

Scaling.nyc

Founder

Dec 2015 – Jul 2017 Ā· 1 yr 7 mos Ā· NYC

  • A community for business leaders at rapidly growing companies in NYC. Join us to learn from thought leaders and develop meaningful connections. Learn more at www.scaling.nyc

Adp

3 roles

Major Accounts Sales Executive & VC Partnerships

Promoted

Aug 2015 – Jul 2017 Ā· 1 yr 11 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Lead a sales team in NYC.

Major Accounts & VC Partnerships

Promoted

Jul 2013 – Aug 2015 Ā· 2 yrs 1 mo Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Partner mainly with later-stage technology companies and startups in NYC to enhance operating efficiency, control costs, and accelerate business growth/objectives. Similarly work with Venture Capital firms that seek to utilize ADP across their portfolio of companies.
  • Specializing in:
  • Consultative Sales (Transactional & Enterprise), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Post-M&A Integration, Human Capital Management, Administrative Software & ERP Technologies, HR & Regulatory Compliance, Payroll/Tax, Financial Reporting, Benefit Administration, Health & Welfare Insurance, 401k Fund Administration

Up-Market District Manager - Small Business Services

Sep 2010 – Feb 2012 Ā· 1 yr 5 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Selected to spearhead pilot role targeting largest small businesses throughout Manhattan after demonstrated success working with smaller complex organizations in the Financial District.
  • Regularly exceeded revenue targets, establishing relationships with business owners/executives and providing solutions that address functions involving HR, Employee Benefits, Payroll/Tax, Labor Law Compliance, and Insurance.

Business monitor international

Business Development Executive

Feb 2012 – Jul 2013 Ā· 1 yr 5 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Awarded 'Global Business Development Executive of the Year' for highest revenue generated and other leadership contributions.
  • Established numerous relationships with senior executives at leading heavy industry corporations, providing a technology platform for intelligence/analysis on emerging markets.
  • Primarily engaged with: Corporate Planning/Strategy, Int'l Business Development, Market Intelligence, and Chief Economists. Clients include: BP, Key Energy Services, OXY, NOV, Pacific Drilling, Quanta Services, Univar, among others.
  • Broadened understanding of corporate functions, and the information utilized for strategic decisions.
  • Developed global business perspective and working knowledge of: financial markets, international politics and business environments, macroeconomics, and various industry verticals.

Columbia records

International Marketing Intern

Jun 2010 – Aug 2010 Ā· 2 mos Ā· Greater New York City Area

  • Researched European music markets and developed entry method for a compilation album utilizing new and emerging artists from Columbia’s repertoire.

Education

NYU Stern School of Business

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Jan 2016 – Jan 2018

Gettysburg College

B.A — Globalization Studies: International Business

Jan 2006 – Jan 2010

Danish Institute for Study Abroad

International Business and Economics Program

Jan 2009 – Jan 2009

Denver East High School

Jan 2002 – Jan 2006

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