Understand the operating context
Start with the real constraints, people, systems, and decisions involved.
About
Independent technology consulting with direct owner involvement.
Stead Ventures LLC is an owner-led Wisconsin technology consultancy based in Madison and available to organizations nationwide.
14+ years in technology, including 10+ years in solution architecture.
Managing Member
Eric Stellpflug
Eric’s background spans complex systems, integrations, technical discovery, implementation planning, and the practical work required to move technology initiatives from ambiguity toward execution.
Stead Ventures is deliberately owner-led. Clients work directly with Eric, keeping communication clear and technical guidance accountable throughout the engagement.
Direct senior involvement means fewer handoffs, clearer technical context, and recommendations that remain connected to practical implementation decisions.
How the work is approached
Practical guidance without unnecessary layers.
Make tradeoffs explicit
Clarify options, dependencies, and risks so decisions can be made with confidence.
Stay connected to implementation
Shape recommendations around what teams can realistically deliver and maintain.
Start a conversation
Discuss a technology project directly with Eric.
Discuss your systems, integration, automation, or implementation needs directly with Eric.