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Jake Housdon
3x Startup Sales Leader - Advisor - Entrepreneur
Jake Housdon is a multifaceted professional with a diverse background in technology, entrepreneurship, and more recently, spiritual practices. He is currently an advisor at Raftr, a role that follows his extensive career in the tech industry.
Professional Background
Jake has a strong foundation in sales and marketing, having earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Queen's University with a focus on these areas along with entrepreneurship. His career has been marked by several executive-level positions, where he has demonstrated expertise in building high-performing sales organizations across various stages of company growth, from bootstrapped startups to Series B-funded companies.
Some of his previous roles include:
- Founding CEO of SDR League
- CRO at Studyo
- Executive Director of Sales at Ready Education
- Inside Sales Representative at Shoppers Drug Mart Specialty Health Network
Current Endeavors
While Jake continues his advisory role at Raftr, he has undergone a significant career shift in recent years:
- As of 2024, Jake leads Conscious Cannabis, a community and learning experience exploring cannabis for spiritual growth, wellness, and creative expression.1
- He now describes himself as a shamanic practitioner, astrologer, and medium.2
- Jake is also running a retreat center in the jungle.2
Personal Philosophy
Jake's highest value is his contribution to the good of all, and he sees himself on a journey of service to restore faith in humanity and increase total good. He has embraced a more spiritual path, moving away from his tech executive background to follow what he calls a "shamanic calling".3
Jake Housdon, also known as "Jungle Jake," has transitioned from a tech executive to a spiritual practitioner, blending his business acumen with his newfound passion for spiritual growth and wellness.3