Jonathan Andrew Wolter

Jonathan Wolter is a seasoned professional known for his significant contributions in the technology industry. He is the brain behind Square Financial Services, a groundbreaking project aimed at revolutionizing banking services.

With a rich background in transforming companies, Jonathan played a crucial role in transitioning Square from a product company to a platform company. His keen interest lies in enhancing developer platforms and ensuring maximum system availability at minimal costs to boost developer productivity.

Jonathan's expertise extends to various alternative investment asset classes such as timber, education, emerging food science like insect protein, farming, and real estate. His global outlook enables him to explore diverse opportunities with the right teams and connections.

As an engineering manager at Square in San Francisco, Jonathan oversees engineering operations for the developer platform organization. He is currently developing an open-source engineering manager course to benefit the tech community.

Prior to his current role, Jonathan led the card processing team at Square, where he managed the movement of significant payment volumes across credit networks. He spearheaded key initiatives such as EMV adoption, NFC integration, debit routing enhancements, and international expansion.

Jonathan's career highlights include stints at esteemed organizations like ThoughtWorks, FeedBurner (acquired by Google), and founding a real estate accounting training company. His diverse experiences have shaped his professional journey, nurturing his passion for technology, innovation, and creative problem-solving.

An ardent supporter of entrepreneurship and creativity, Jonathan actively organizes networking events and small group dinners to facilitate meaningful discussions on critical topics like climate change, non-traditional investments, impactful non-profits, and education, particularly focusing on STEM, diversity, creativity, and critical thinking.

Jonathan's educational background features an MBA program at the University of Chicago, a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from Purdue University, and completion of the Ignite program at Stanford University Graduate School of Business.

Throughout his career, Jonathan Wolter has held various roles, including Software Engineer, Principal and Founder, Limited Partner, and Engineering Manager at reputable organizations, showcasing his versatility and leadership skills in the tech and finance sectors.