Jay Conn
PARTNER
CLIENT & PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
Jay is an executive leader specializing in strategic leadership and operational efficiency at growth companies. With a robust background in mergers and acquisitions, Jay has guided cross-functional teams to innovate and achieve profitable growth in the technology and managed services sectors.
Jay has a deep understanding of startup and growth-stage ecosystems and is dedicated to crafting and executing growth strategies that enhance customer satisfaction and retention. His commitment to cultivating a strong company culture is at the core of his approach, recognizing that a thriving workplace fuels success for both the business and its stakeholders.
Jay's career highlights include serving as Chief Operating Officer at Netsurion, President and Chief Operating Officer at Alteva, and as Senior Vice President of Verid. He has also held several senior operational leadership roles at Equitrac and has been the Director of IT at two large law firms. Jay continues to provide consulting services to startups and SMBs, focusing on fundraising, strategic positioning, and go-to-market strategies.
Jay holds a BA in History from The University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and an MBA from California State University, Long Beach. He is an avid golfer, cyclist, downhill skier, and mostly retired ice hockey player who enjoys solving crossword puzzles and spending time with his family.
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Expertise:
Strategic Leadership, operational efficiency, GTM
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Location:
Media, PA
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Roles:
COO, President, Senior VP
Sectors:
Start-up & Growth stage companies
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Traits:
Innovative, Team-oriented leader, Results-driven and people-centric

Growth strategy development
Customer satisfaction and retention
Startups and growth-stage companies
Team-oriented leader