Jake Schwartz

Executive Chairman/Co-Founder

2017 - Current

Venture Partner

2021

Board of Directors

2020

BIC® products are known and appreciated all over the world for their quality, their affordability and ease of use. The ballpoint pen, the pocket lighter, the one-piece shaver are all part of the daily lives of millions of consumers. These products make BIC® one of the best known international brands, present in 3.2 million retail outlets, in more than 160 countries. In 2019, BIC recorded net sales of 1,949.4 million euros. Everyday, all around the world, consumers choose to buy 44 million BIC® products.

CEO and Co-Founder

2010 - 2020

General Assembly is a pioneer in education and career transformation, specializing in today’s most in-demand skills. The leading source for training, staffing and career transitions, we foster a flourishing community of professionals pursuing careers they love. Focusing on the most relevant and in-demand skills across data, design, business, and technology, GA confronts the global skills gap through award-winning, best-in-class instruction and innovative opportunities across diverse communities. GA works with students online and in-person across the globe and partners with top employers to help companies source, assess and transform talent. GA is now part of the The Adecco Group, who acquired the company for $412.5M in 2018.

Senior Associate/Entrepreneur-in-Residence

2008 - 2010

Multi-stage private equity, co-funded by Liberty Media and Goldman Sachs

Founder

2005 - 2009

Summer Consultant

2007 - 2007

Co-Founder/Managing Partner

2003 - 2005