Jay Robertson
About Jay Robertson
Jay Robertson serves as the Vice President of Global Consulting & Client Services at Symplicity Corporation, where he has worked since 2016. He has held various leadership roles in technology and operations, including positions at Betrusted, Blackboard, USi, Sprint, and Digital Signal Corporation.
Current Role at Symplicity Corporation
Jay Robertson serves as the Vice President of Global Consulting & Client Services at Symplicity Corporation. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives from Arlington, Virginia. In this role, he focuses on enhancing client services and consulting operations to support the organization's global objectives.
Previous Experience at Betrusted
Prior to his current role, Jay Robertson was the Global Chief Technology Officer at Betrusted from 2002 to 2005. During his tenure, he worked in multiple locations, including Washington DC, London, and Sydney. He was responsible for analyzing and identifying target markets to develop effective sales and marketing campaigns for global organizations.
Leadership at Blackboard
From 2006 to 2014, Jay Robertson served as the General Manager of Cloud Infrastructure Services & Corporate IT at Blackboard. His eight years in this role were spent in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, where he oversaw the development and management of cloud services and IT operations.
Background in Operations and Technology
Jay Robertson has a diverse background in operations and technology. He worked as VP of Global Operations at USi from 1998 to 2001 and as Director at Sprint for 12 years, from 1985 to 1997. His experience includes leadership roles in various organizations, focusing on operational strategies and compliance, particularly surrounding ISO-9001 certification.
Education and Professional Development
Jay Robertson studied at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience, which includes launching IPOs and managing privatization processes for publicly-traded corporations. He has also provided leadership for mergers and acquisitions, with values ranging from $2 million to $120 million.