Jayna Thompson
About Jayna Thompson
Jayna Thompson serves as the Vice President of Strategy and Finance at HopDrive, a position she has held since 2023. With a background in marketing and operations, she has extensive experience in entrepreneurship and has contributed to various organizations, including Lyft and Endeavor.
Work at HopDrive
Jayna Thompson serves as the Vice President of Strategy and Finance at HopDrive since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and financial operations within the company. Her experience in various leadership positions equips her to contribute effectively to HopDrive's growth and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Jayna Thompson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services from the Georgia Institute of Technology, completing her studies from 1997 to 2001. This educational background provides her with a solid foundation in business principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various marketing and operational roles.
Background
Jayna Thompson began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of eleven by creating and distributing advertising flyers for local businesses. She gained early marketing experience as a Marketing Intern at the American Marketing Association from 1997 to 1998. Over the years, she has held several positions in marketing and operations, including roles at Power Supersite, Lyft, and Endeavor, where she contributed to strategic growth and operational management.
Achievements
Jayna founded and expanded Alexis Suitcase, a high-end consignment store, into three retail locations and a successful ecommerce division over 12 years. The store received recognition as 'Best of Atlanta Consignment' and was featured on CNN and Good Day Atlanta. Additionally, she played a key role in launching the first XD Electric Vehicle rentals for Super Bowl LII while at Lyft and managed the largest Flexdrive rental fleet in the nation.
Professional Experience
Throughout her career, Jayna Thompson has held various significant positions, including Director of Entrepreneur Experience at Endeavor and Strategy and Growth Manager at Lyft. She also served as Operations Manager for Lyft in the Southeast. Her consulting work for Collectible Grading Authority involved assisting with the M&A process during its acquisition by Diamond Comics Distributors, showcasing her expertise in strategy and operational efficiency.