Jacob Schpok serves as Partner and Head of Platform at Elevate Ventures. He is a member of the Investment Committee and oversees the teams responsible for sourcing and sponsoring investment opportunities and ensuring portfolio companies realize strong exits.
My goal is to ensure Elevate Ventures supports founders in their pursuit of solving national and global problems.
Before joining Elevate, Jacob co-founded two startups in the SaaS and logistics industries and worked in a senior leadership role for a telecommunications startup in Indianapolis. Jacob also has an extensive background in state government, where he served as the State Director of the Indiana Small Business Development Center and the Executive Director of the Indiana Office of Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
The Fundraising Workshop brought Indiana founders together for a day of clarity, confidence, and tactical insight. From investor pipeline planning to legal structures and financial storytelling, the sessions delivered real tools to help entrepreneurs raise smarter. A sold-out crowd, campfire vibes, and a shared spirit of community made it one to remember.
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Learn about the objectives of Institute Innovation Councils and how Elevate Ventures can help you find entrepreneurial success with access to capital, mentorship, and a supportive network.