Scott Jacobs, MBA, CVBA

Scott Jacobs, MBA, CVBA is a business professional based in Portland, Oregon. He is the Founder and Principal of Jacobs Strategic Group LLC, a consulting organization he established in 2010.1 As a Business Advisor at Family Business Advisers, a role he has held since February 2020, Scott works with family-owned and closely-held businesses to help sustain their legacy across generations and increase business value.1

Professional Experience

Scott has an extensive background in sales, marketing, and business development across various industries:

• Jacobs Strategic Group LLC: As Founder and Principal since 2010, Scott focuses on connecting professionals to future opportunities, advising small businesses, and coaching business professionals.1

• Family Business Advisers: In his role as Business Advisor, he specializes in succession planning and building value for family-owned businesses.1

• GLG (Gerson Lehrman Group): Scott has been an Advisory Council Specialist since May 2015, connecting clients with experts across various fields.1

Previous Roles

Scott's career history includes several leadership positions:

• Executive Vice President of Sales & Business Development at Cowen Partners
• Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Orchestra Software
• Director of North America Sales at APCON
• Director of National Sales & General Manager of US Office at Prophix Software

Expertise

Scott's areas of expertise include:

• Connecting professionals and businesses
• Career coaching
• Personal and professional branding
• Sales and marketing strategies
• Operational consulting

His LinkedIn profile emphasizes his commitment to providing "candid, brutal, kind honesty" in his advisory roles.1