William Schleicher, Gci

William Schleicher serves as President and Chief Operating Officer at GCI, a venture capital firm in Waukesha, WI. See sector focus and contact routes.

About William Schleicher

William Schleicher serves as President and Chief Operating Officer at GCI, a venture capital firm in Waukesha, WI, where he joined in 1991 after working at Arthur Andersen on public reporting and securities regulation. GCI invests substantial equity in early-stage and growth-stage private companies primarily within the technology sector and various commercial industries, providing patient capital alongside strategic planning and financial controls. The firm typically co-invests in larger rounds, such as a $15 million Series A for Mobilize Networks, and has led smaller seed rounds like a $500,000 financing for HyperNatural. Notable portfolio companies include Citylitics, Montage, and Mobilize Networks, reflecting GCI’s focus on technology startups. Schleicher actively serves as a board member for GCI’s portfolio investments, working with leadership teams to develop strategic insight. While no public writing or distinctive investment philosophy beyond “patient capital” and enduring partnerships is explicitly attributed to him, his background emphasizes building financial controls and strategic plans for entrepreneurs.

William Schleicher at a glance

Role
President & Chief Operating Officer
Organization
Gci
Location
Waukesha, WI
Investor type
Venture Capital
Focus areas
Software

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William Schleicher is based in Waukesha, WI.

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