Jay Laabs
About Jay Laabs
Jay Laabs is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Spaulding Ridge and Hyde Park Angels, with extensive experience in technology and consulting. He founded Blue Stone International, significantly grew Huron's Oracle business, and has served on various boards and advisory roles across multiple industries.
Work at Spaulding Ridge
Jay Laabs serves as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Spaulding Ridge, a position he has held since 2018. Under his leadership, the company has focused on providing innovative solutions in enterprise performance management and analytics. Laabs has played a crucial role in driving the company's growth and strategic direction, leveraging his extensive experience in the consulting industry. He has also led multiple acquisitions to enhance Spaulding Ridge's service offerings.
Education and Expertise
Jay Laabs earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Finance and International Business from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, completing his studies from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in technology areas such as enterprise performance management, enterprise resource planning, customer relationship management, business analytics, and finance. Laabs is recognized for his contributions to the consulting field, having been named a Top 25 Consultant globally by Consulting Magazine.
Background
Laabs founded Blue Stone International in 2005, scaling it to become one of the largest Hyperion/Oracle firms globally before its acquisition by Huron Consulting Group. He served as Practice Leader for Enterprise Solutions & Analytics at Huron from 2013 to 2016, where he significantly grew the Oracle business. His career includes various leadership roles and board memberships, showcasing his commitment to the consulting industry and entrepreneurial development.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Jay Laabs has been involved in numerous successful initiatives, including leading the growth of Huron's Oracle business by five times post-acquisition of Blue Stone International. He has also led Spaulding Ridge's acquisitions of several consulting firms, including Data Clymer and Plan Rocket Consulting. Laabs actively engages with entrepreneurial leaders, providing mentorship and advisory support to various companies, enhancing their growth and operational success.
Professional Affiliations
Jay Laabs is a member of the Young President’s Organization (YPO) and Hyde Park Angels, contributing to his network of business leaders. He has served on advisory boards for several organizations, including Acliviti and Mavens Consulting, and currently holds a board position at Palmetto Technology Group. His involvement in these organizations reflects his dedication to fostering innovation and leadership within the business community.