Jacob manages the PitchForce process vetting new startups to present at our weekly events focused startups seeking their Seed and A Round investments. He individually coaches the pitching entrepreneurs on their pitches before they present. Jacob manages our investor panel and supports the sponsorship partner programs. He works individually with all of our presenting companies to help them perfect their pitch to investors. He is a Rockstar at organizing events and meeting with all the founders to help them tell their stories.

In his free time, Jacob enjoys exploring the great city of San Francisco and the surrounding areas. Having recently moved to the bay area he is loving all the outdoor activities the west coast has to offer! Having grown up Cleveland, Ohio, he spends time off with family boating on Lake Erie.