Jay Gould
Overview
Jay Gould is an active angel investor with a diverse portfolio across multiple sectors and stages. His investments span technology, biotech, cryptocurrency, artificial intelligence, oil and gas, financial services, internet, media, consumer goods, healthcare, education, energy, retail, transportation, logistics, hospitality, agriculture, and telecommunications. He focuses on seed, early stage, growth, late stage, pre-IPO, buyout, turnaround, and distressed investments. His geographical focus includes the United States, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Netherlands. Investment sizes range from $1 million to $50 million. Gould is also the founder and CEO of Yashi, a video advertising technology company, and hosts 'The Jay Gould Show' podcast. He holds a bachelor's degree from Rowan University and has been recognized with awards such as the NJBIZ Forty under 40 and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year finalist in New Jersey. He is also a member of the Rowan University Entrepreneurship Program Advisor Council (ENTAC).
Investment Focus
- Innovative business models
- Scalable growth potential
- Strong management teams
- Clear market differentiation
- Sustainable competitive advantage
- Positive social impact
- Alignment with investor's values
- Demonstrated product-market fit
- Clear exit strategy
- Strong financial projections
- Ability to attract additional funding
- Commitment to transparency
- Adaptability to market changes
- Focus on customer acquisition
- Operational efficiency
- Clear branding strategy
- Effective marketing plans
- Strong online presence
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Focus on sustainability
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Jay Gould invest in?
Jay Gould invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Consumer Goods and Telecommunications, and is based in United States. Jay Gould is listed as a angel in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Jay Gould invest at?
Jay Gould backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Growth, Late Stage, Pre-IPO and Buyout, writing cheques of 1M - 50M.
Which regions does Jay Gould invest in?
Jay Gould invests across United States, Latin America, Netherlands and Caribbean.
What companies has Jay Gould invested in?
Jay Gould's portfolio includes Opendoor, Postmates, Snapchat, Betterment, HoneyBook, DogVacay, Hyperloop One and Buffer.
How do I contact Jay Gould?
Jay Gould's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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