A ntonio Gracias is an American investor and the founder and CEO of Valor Equity Partners, a private equity firm known for its focus on technology and high-growth companies. He has built a reputation as a savvy investor with a knack for identifying disruptive businesses early in their life cycle. His most famous investments are a reflection of his close relationship with Elon Musk.

Gracias was an early backer of both Tesla and SpaceX, and he has served for many years on the boards of both companies. His firm, Valor, has been a significant investor in Musk's ventures, providing crucial support during their challenging early days. Beyond his involvement with Musk, Valor has a diverse portfolio of investments in innovative companies across various sectors. Gracias is known for his hands-on approach, often taking on an operational role to help his portfolio companies scale and succeed. His career highlights the power of conviction investing and deep partnerships with visionary founders.