Jason Kirby is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a proven track record of success in the start-up ecosystem. As the founder and executive of four acquired start-ups that collectively raised over £40M, he has developed industry-agnostic systems for capital acquisition and company growth.

Currently, Jason is the Founder & Managing Director of Thunder.vc, a tech-enabled investment bank specialising in capital strategy for VC-backed companies. His experience spans various sectors, including creative services, education, HRTech, gaming, and cloud infrastructure. Notable roles include President & COO of Generation Esports, where he led a successful £11M Series A funding round, and Chief Revenue Officer at LiquidSky Software, which was acquired by Walmart in 2018.

As an angel investor and active LP in several funds, Jason focuses on UK-based tech companies with clear paths to significant exits. His leadership philosophy emphasises challenging the status quo and driving continuous improvement. Jason’s expertise in start-up growth, fundraising, and strategic exits makes him a valuable speaker for investing conferences, offering insights into capital strategy, scaling operations, and navigating successful exits in the tech start-up landscape.