Jarod Were is an Operating Partner at Advaya Capital and focusses on sports and sports analytics. Prior to joining Advaya in 2024, Jarod led strategy at both Supponor and the NHL for over 15 years. Jarod has a BS in Materials Science & Engineering and Economics from Columbia University.
Paul Schwarzbaum is an Operating Partner at Advaya Capital and focusses on the industrial vertical . Prior to joining Advaya in 2024, Paul was the CEO of two private equity backed aerospace and auto manufacturing companies. Most recently he was President and CEO of Tronair, a leading manufacturer of aviation ground support equipment. Paul has an MBA from the Harvard Business School and a BA in English Literature from Columbia University.