Josh Jacobs
About Josh Jacobs
Josh Jacobs is the Co-Founder and CEO of Speakeasy Co., a leading direct-to-consumer solution for beverage alcohol brands. He has a diverse background in business analytics and marketing, having held various roles at notable organizations including the Charlotte Bobcats and IBM Global Business Services.
Work at SpeakeasyCo
Josh Jacobs serves as the Co-Founder and CEO of Speakeasy Co., a company established in 2015. Under his leadership, Speakeasy Co. has emerged as a leading direct-to-consumer solution for beverage alcohol brands. The company enables these brands to sell directly to consumers through their own websites, effectively bypassing the traditional three-tier distribution system. Jacobs emphasizes empowering businesses to maintain autonomy and scale during challenging economic times through innovative solutions.
Professional Experience
Prior to founding Speakeasy Co., Josh Jacobs accumulated diverse experience in various roles. He worked as a Business Analytics Intern for the Charlotte Bobcats in 2010 and later held positions at IBM Global Business Services as a Business Analytics and Optimization Consultant from 2012 to 2013. Jacobs also served as an Account Manager at ID Analytics, a Symantec company, from 2017 to 2020, and as a Business Analyst at the same company from 2013 to 2017. His early career included internships at Hall & Partners and the Boston Celtics.
Education and Expertise
Josh Jacobs studied at Wake Forest University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Business from 2008 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his analytical and business acumen, which he has applied throughout his career in various analytics and management roles. Jacobs also attended Andover High School from 2004 to 2008.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Before co-founding Speakeasy Co., Josh Jacobs was involved in several entrepreneurial endeavors. He co-founded Sixth Man Solutions, where he worked from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he held a Marketing Services Intern position at ClickSquared, Inc. during the same period. These experiences contributed to his understanding of business operations and analytics, which he later applied at Speakeasy Co.