EGP Managing Partner, Andy Kaplan added, "Jay has demonstrated outstanding judgment and a commitment to the firm's long-term vision. He has driven our new approach to sourcing that has generated an outstanding pipeline of exciting opportunities. We are proud to recognize Jay's accomplishments and look forward to his continued contributions in his new role."
Since joining EGP in 2023, Jay has sourced and led investments in Uwill and Ubeya and led an investment in ClassWallet. He has been a key driver of the impressive success of each company. His promotion recognizes his exceptional deal capabilities and reflects the team's confidence in his ability to continue to support the firm's success.
Prior to joining EGP in 2023, Jay was a Vice President at Silversmith Capital Partners, a growth equity firm where he focused primarily on B2B technology and information services investments. Jay began his career at LLR Partners, a middle-market private equity firm focused on technology and healthcare investing. Jay graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and Legal Studies.
About Education Growth Partners
EGP is a private equity firm dedicated to small buyouts and growth capital to proven, high potential learning, data and knowledge, and workplace companies that offer compelling solutions to unmet needs. The extensive operating experience and investment expertise of EGP's team ensures its companies receive an infusion of highly strategic capital and insight that can accelerate their reach, scale, and impact to create long-term value. EGP is focused exclusively on the education, workplace, and learning & change sectors, defined broadly, which encompasses numerous subsectors. www.edgrowth.com.
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