Jake Elias is a successful entrepreneur, headhunter, autodidact, investor, optimist, and certified ornithologist with a deep love for dogs. He graduated from New York University's Leonard N. Stern School of Business with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance and a Minor in Mandarin Chinese. Furthermore, he completed coursework in Finance, Management, Business Law, and International Marketing at East China Normal University. Jake's curiosity and thirst for knowledge are never satiated, as he is constantly learning and expanding his horizons.

Jake is the CEO and founder of Sparrow Associates, a company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent to achieve their goals. Before starting his own company, he worked as a Senior Recruiter and Executive Search Consultant for prestigious recruitment firms. With experience across various industries, Jake has also worked as a Ski Instructor for Vail Resorts, a Credit Analyst for Hillmark/Newmark Capital, and a Business Development Consultant for Netafim.

Despite his busy schedule, Jake has an adventurous spirit, which is depicted in his love for ornithology, where he has become a certified expert. He is a dog lover and enjoys spending time outdoors with his furry friends.