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John Malone
Co-Founder and Partner at Lunch Pail Ventures
John Malone is a prominent business leader and the Co-Founder and Partner at Lunch Pail Ventures, a venture capital firm that focuses on supporting innovative companies, particularly those led by alumni of Virginia Tech. He has a strong background in driving growth and creating shareholder value across various organizations.
Professional Background
Malone has held several significant roles throughout his career:
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Lunch Pail Ventures: Since November 2021, he has been a Co-Founder and Partner, contributing to the firm's mission of fostering entrepreneurship within the Hokie community.
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Amber Road, Inc.: He served as an independent board member from 2014 to 2018, where he was involved in the company's successful IPO and served on both the Audit and Compensation Committees.
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Digital Sandbox: As Executive Chairman from 2007 to 2013, he led the company through strategic changes that resulted in its successful sale to Haystax Technologies.
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GroupLogic: He was Executive Chairman from 2009 to 2012, where he helped transition the company to a new business model, leading to significant growth before its acquisition by Acronis.
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NeuStar, Inc.: Malone was Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development from 2003 to 2007, overseeing substantial revenue growth and contributing to the company's IPO.
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BizTelOne: He founded this telecommunications company in 2001, achieving profitability within 15 months and successfully selling it to NeuStar.
Malone began his career at IBM and holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Tech, along with an MBA from Harvard Business School. He is also active in philanthropic efforts, serving on boards that support educational initiatives for underprivileged children and humanitarian efforts worldwide.123
