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Jacob Kantor

Founder of EDLIT

Los Angeles, California

Overview

Work Experience

  • Co-Founder

    2023 - Current

    EDLIT’s Mission: At the core of EDLIT lies the conviction that education technology flourishes best when informed by the expertise of those in the educational field. Our aim is to foster early-stage dialogue, champion innovation, and ensure that every student has the chance to benefit from technology that stems from real, lived educational experiences. Shape Education for the Better: By aligning with EDLIT, you play a part in shaping an inclusive and forward-thinking educational landscape. We’re ready to welcome you into a partnership that transforms the future of learning.

  • Strategic Advisor - K12 Districts + National Partnerships

    2024

    Tasked with helping the team expand outreach efforts to K12 Districts across the US.

  • Consultant - K12 Districts + National Partnerships

    2024

    Tasked with helping the team expand outreach efforts to K12 Districts across the US. The mission of the Singleton Foundation For Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship is to make financial competence fun and engaging for everyone by using the power of entertainment to capture attention, create change, promote entrepreneurship and to inspire individual achievement. The Singleton Foundation believes economic freedom and financial empowerment is achievable by all. Our programs are designed to inspire, entertain and transform money talk from boring and taboo to something compelling and socially relevant. We believe that in this way we can empower individuals to take charge of their financial future with confidence

  • ASU GSV AIR Council

    2023

    https://www.asugsvsummit.com/airshow/council

  • Ed Tech Sales Consultant - District / School Sales - Open for hire!

    2018

    As a proven executive with over 15 years of educational experience in K-12 and Higher Education, I possess a deep understanding of the market and what drives it. Drawing on my unique background in the classroom, business, and policy, I have successfully led multiple organizations to increased revenue through strategic leadership and the delivery of innovative products and services. For the past two years, I have proudly partnered with up-and-coming ed tech organizations, providing them with valuable insights and expertise to develop successful sales strategies and go-to-market plans. As I look toward my next strategic partner, I am excited to bring my knowledge and skills to an organization that is committed to making a positive impact in education. Please contact me at: thejacobkantor@gmail.com

  • Venture Partner

    2020

    Interlock Capital is a community-driven angel syndicate and VC fund.

  • Real Estate Investor / Realtor / Landlord

    2011

    Real estate has been a long-standing passion of mine, leading me to obtain my real estate license in California in 2011. Over the years, I have assisted friends and family in their buying and selling endeavors, leveraging my expertise in the local market to help them make informed decisions. In addition to my professional pursuits, my wife and I have also invested in several properties throughout Los Angeles, giving us firsthand experience with property management and investment strategies.

  • Strategic Advisor - K12 Districts + National Partnerships

    2024 - 2024

    Gladeo Inc. is a benefit corporation with a mission to build a more inclusive, equitable, and prepared workforce of the future. Gladeo provides configurable inclusive, storytelling career navigation platforms and career/industry related e-courses to high schools, workforce/job agencies, non-profits, community colleges and universities. For more information about Gladeo, please go to our website at www.gladeo.org.

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