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Jay Snyder
Tech Strategic Planning, Startup Advisor, M&A Advisor, USAF Lt Col
Jay Snyder is the President and Principal of Big Blue Innovations (BBI), a consulting firm based in Cary, North Carolina, that specializes in advisory services for technology startups and contractors in the engineering and construction industry. With over 23 years of experience, Snyder has played a significant role in executing nearly $1 billion worth of construction projects as a project manager and executive. His expertise extends to mergers and acquisitions planning, venture capital fundraising, and advising technology spinouts within the construction sector.134
In addition to his role at BBI, Snyder serves as a Director and Investment Banker at Ascentage Advisors LLC, focusing on M&A advisory services. He is also a member of the Board of Advisors for Vita Inclinata Technologies and alwaysAI. His past positions include Practice Leader at FMI and Senior Vice President at Monteith Construction Corp. Jay Snyder holds an MBA from Emory University's Goizueta Business School and has completed postgraduate education in Mergers & Acquisitions at The Wharton School.25
Snyder's career is also marked by his service in the United States Air Force, where he holds the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. He has extensive experience in combat operations and humanitarian assistance, having completed eight deployments globally.24
