Jan Piotrowski

VP, Business | GM, Brave Search

2018 - Current

Brave is a privacy company that blocks all of the creepy stuff that tracks you on the Internet. You retain guardianship of your data and have a faster, cheaper, and safer online experience.

Board Observer

2017 - 2018

Board Observer

2017 - 2018

Director, American Express Ventures

2016 - 2018

Invested in startups across consumer Internet, B2B services, and core technologies (big data, analytics, cybersecurity, underwriting). Involved from sourcing to execution, leading new investments in Albert, Even Financial, and Visor, and follow-on investments in Abra, IfOnly, and RetailNext. Facilitated commercial partnerships between portfolio companies and American Express.

Vice President, Head of Venture Coverage

2012 - 2016

Oversaw Credit Suisse’s coverage relationships with earlier-stage private companies and the VC community. In this capacity, performed a variety of advisory services for both entrepreneurs (including operations, strategy, business development, and fundraising) and VCs. Additionally, helped source, develop, and foster new client relationships and revenue opportunities for the investment bank.

Associate, Technology Investment Banking

2009 - 2012

Performed financial advisory work – IPOs, M&A, debt financings, as well as general corporate finance – for technology companies across the Internet, Software, Communications Equipment, and Semiconductor verticals.

Senior Associate

2004 - 2007

Performed valuations for fairness opinions (both public and private transactions) and tax planning purposes.

Media Planner

2003 - 2004

Advised clients on effective advertising strategies to reach a target demographic, within budget, across a variety of media.