Jake Sweatman
About Jake Sweatman
Jake Sweatman serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Torch.AI, having assumed the role in 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Finance and Legal Studies from Indiana University Bloomington and a Master of Science in Finance from Loyola University Chicago.
Current Role at Torch.AI
Jake Sweatman serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Torch.AI, a position he has held since 2024. His role involves overseeing the financial operations and strategies of the company, contributing to its growth and stability. Torch.AI is based in Leawood, Kansas, where Sweatman applies his extensive financial expertise to enhance the company's financial performance.
Mentorship at Gildre
In addition to his role at Torch.AI, Jake Sweatman has been a Mentor at Gildre since 2023. This position allows him to guide and support emerging professionals in the finance sector, sharing his knowledge and experience to foster their development. Gildre operates out of Overland Park, Kansas.
Educational Background
Jake Sweatman earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Public Finance and Legal Studies from Indiana University Bloomington, studying from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Finance from the Quinlan School of Business at Loyola University Chicago, completing this program from 2013 to 2015.
Previous Work Experience
Prior to his current roles, Jake Sweatman held several positions in finance. He worked as a Senior Financial Analyst at Home Credit US from 2017 to 2019. He also served as an Advisory Senior Analyst at Deloitte for five months in 2017. Other notable positions include Head of Finance at Platform Venture Studio from 2022 to 2023, Manager of Finance & Accounting at V2 Ventures from 2019 to 2022, and Interim Finance Manager at Pushly in 2021.
Career Development
Jake Sweatman's career began as a Financial Consultant at Hilliard Lyons from 2011 to 2013. He has since progressed through various roles in finance, including positions at Sellozo and Torch.AI, where he was Head of Finance before becoming Chief Financial Officer. His diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and strategy.