Meet the Trailblazer
Building the next generation of entrepreneurs, one venture at a time.
🌵 Howdy, Partner!
I'm Jordan Meier, and I've been riding the entrepreneurship trail for years now. My passion lies in helping founders turn their wild ideas into thriving ventures. Whether it's launching accelerator programs, evaluating startup investments, or connecting entrepreneurs with the resources they need to succeed — I'm all in.
Currently, I'm saddling up at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, pursuing my Master's in Education with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. My mission? To understand how we can better teach and inspire the next generation of business pioneers.
🐴 The Trail So Far
Program Manager
Launch Chapel Hill — UNC Chapel Hill
Spearheading the strategic planning and execution of Launch Chapel Hill's summer accelerator. From speaker recruitment to curriculum development, I'm building the infrastructure that helps student founders take their first steps into the frontier of business.
- Designed and launched a new website to improve entrepreneur engagement
- Collaborate across university departments to create inclusive programming
- Connect student founders with mentors, alumni, and regional networks
Associate
Yale Ventures — Yale University
Educating researchers on the tech-transfer process and exploring commercialization pathways. Building bridges between academic innovation and real-world impact.
- Designed and launched a Canvas LMS course for Yale faculty
- Researched SBIR/STTR programs and NSF I-Corps initiatives
- Produced educational video modules on startup resources
Venture Capital Analyst
Root System VC
Rode alongside early-stage startups, helping them refine their pitch materials and secure funding. Prepared investment memos and performed deep-dive market research.
- Assisted portfolio companies with pitch decks and financial projections
- Prepared detailed investment memos for seed-stage investments
- Portfolio: Discourse Engine, Chipp.AI, Sourcetable, Tot Squad, Lima Charlie
Program Coordinator
CTNext — State of Connecticut
First point of contact for entrepreneurs across Connecticut. Led pitch competitions and grant programs that put real money in founders' pockets.
- Led Connecticut's Entrepreneur Innovation Awards pitch competitions
- Awarded multiple companies with $25,000 grants
- Managed Micro-grant Program distributing $100,000+ in funding
📚 Schoolhouse Credentials
Master of Arts in Education
Concentration in Entrepreneurship
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Currently PursuingBachelor of Science in Management
Concentration in Entrepreneurship
Central Connecticut State University
Completed🔧 Tools of the Trade
🌅 Let's Blaze a Trail Together
Got a venture that needs some grit? Looking to connect? Drop me a line and let's talk shop.
📮 Get In Touch