Jake Grimley

Jake Grimley is the CEO of CrowdHandler, a company that specializes in managing surges in website traffic to ensure fair access and exceptional online experiences for customers during peak demand periods.1 He assumed this role in July 2020 and continues to lead the company in developing solutions for businesses struggling with high-traffic events such as ticket on-sales.1

Professional Background

Prior to his current position, Jake had an extensive career in the digital media industry:

• Founder and Chair of Made Media: He established this company in November 2002 and served as its Managing Director for nearly 18 years before transitioning to the role of Chair in July 2020.1
• President of Made Media Inc.: Jake held this position for over 6 years, overseeing operations in the Greater New York City Area.1

Other Leadership Roles

Jake has also contributed his expertise to various organizations in leadership capacities:

• Chair of Flatpack Festival (October 2010 - October 2020)
• Chair of Advantage Creative Fund (January 2011 - January 2016)1

Education

Jake Grimley's educational background includes:

• BSc in Physics from the University of Bristol (1993 - 1996)
• Attended Moseley School from 1987 to 19911

Current Focus

At CrowdHandler, Jake leads a company that provides solutions for managing high-traffic situations on websites. The platform offers features such as virtual waiting rooms, queue management, and tools to build excitement around scarcity.1 Under his leadership, CrowdHandler aims to help businesses maintain fair access and optimal user experiences during periods of peak demand.1