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2/22/2021
The Jump Off Point Podcast Pilot Episode with Bill Harris
Bill Harris, former CEO of PayPal and serial FinTech entrepreneur, and Peter Johnson, Jump Capital’s FinTech Partner, join the podcast as Jason Felger helms a discussion on the expected 70 trillion dollar generational transfer of wealth and ensuing changes in the financial markets.
"I think traditional stock brokers, if that's what you mean by financial advisors, I think they're in deep trouble."
Bill Harris
Episode guests
Bill Harris
FinTech Founder, Nirvana
Bill is a FinTech luminary having founded or been CEO of over 10 FinTech and security companies, including PayPal, Intuit, Chipsoft, and Personal Capital. Bill has also served on numerous boards including RSA Security, GoDaddy and SuccessFactors. Bill is currently working on his latest startup, Nirvana, and recently co-founded One.
Peter Johnson
Partner, Jump Capital
Peter leads Jump Capital’s investments in fintech, insurtech, and crypto/blockchain sectors. Last year, Peter led the firm’s successful exit of Personal Capital, an online financial advisor and personal finance platform acquired by Empower Retirement in Q2 for $1B. In addition, Peter led investments in M1 Finance, TradingView, & BitGo. He’s an advisor to the Chicago DeFi Alliance.
Jason Felger
Host, Jump Capital
Jason Felger leads Jump Capital’s Operating Platform where he runs business development efforts across the firm’s growing portfolio. With extensive experience in B2B operating roles and leading growth-stage companies, Jason partners with founders and investors to define their next stages of evolution and capitalize on attractive market opportunities.