Jamie Melzer
About Jamie Melzer
Jamie Melzer is a Managing Partner at Hustle Fund Scale, where he focuses on deploying investments to support women in achieving financial independence. With a background in finance and investment, he has held various roles in the industry, including founder and CEO of Watermelon Road and a research analyst at Brigade Capital Management.
Current Role at Hustle Fund
Jamie Melzer serves as the Managing Partner at Hustle Fund Scale, a position he has held since 2021. Based in New York, he focuses on deploying investments in top Series B through Pre-IPO companies. Under his leadership, Hustle Fund Scale has successfully invested over $30 million. His role emphasizes the importance of financial independence, particularly for women, aligning with his passion for using investing as a tool for empowerment.
Professional Background
Prior to his current role, Jamie Melzer founded and served as CEO of Watermelon Road from 2017 to 2020. He also worked as a Research Analyst at Brigade Capital Management from 2012 to 2016, and as Vice President of High Yield Research at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2006 to 2012. His early career included an internship at Tortoise Capital Advisors in 2005. This diverse experience has equipped him with extensive knowledge across various asset classes.
Education and Expertise
Jamie Melzer studied Finance at The University of Kansas, where he earned his Bachelor's degree from 2002 to 2006. He was a founding member of the Finance Scholars program during his time there. He also studied International Business at CIMBA for 11 months in 2004. In 2021, he furthered his education at GoingVC for four months, enhancing his expertise in venture capital and investment strategies.
Investment Experience
Jamie Melzer has a broad investment background, with experience in distressed debt, structured credit, high-yield credit, bank debt, credit default swaps (CDS), and both public and private equity. He was recognized as an II ranked high yield research analyst during his tenure at Bank of America. His active involvement as an angel investor reflects his commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging companies.
Affiliations and Interests
Since 2021, Jamie Melzer has been a member of Global Women in VC, where he advocates for financial independence for women through investing. Outside of his professional pursuits, he enjoys all things Marvel and has a fondness for beaches, reflecting his personal interests and lifestyle.