Jay Hershey
About Jay Hershey
Jay Hershey serves as the Managing Director of Corporate & Venture Services at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 1994. He specializes in complex transactions and has played a significant role in executing over $2.25 billion in transactions annually.
Work at Piper Sandler
Jay Hershey has served as Managing Director of Corporate & Venture Services at Piper Sandler since 1994. He co-founded the Corporate & Venture Services business within the firm and leads efforts focused on the Consumer and Energy sectors. Hershey has been instrumental in executing complex transactions, including those under Rule 144 and related to restricted stock and Prospectus sales. His work involves managing significant financial transactions, with an annual execution of over $2.25 billion.
Education and Expertise
Jay Hershey earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. He holds Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses, which enable him to operate in various financial capacities. His expertise includes Rule 10b5-1 trading plan strategies and Corporate Buybacks, making him a knowledgeable figure in the finance industry.
Achievements
Hershey has played a significant role in share repurchase activities, contributing to over $25 billion in buybacks. He manages over $2 billion in assets for clients globally. Additionally, he has been a founder and featured speaker at the Annual Piper Jaffray-Cooley LLP Venture Capital Roundtable since 2001, showcasing his commitment to the venture capital community.
Speaking Engagements
Jay Hershey has contributed to the education of finance professionals as a speaker and faculty member at the Practising Law Institute's 'Advanced Venture Capital' Program in 2011 and 2012. His involvement in these programs highlights his dedication to sharing knowledge and expertise within the venture capital and finance sectors.