Jeff Nelson

Biography

Jeff Nelson is a serial entrepreneur who builds simple solutions to complex problems. He is the Co-Founder and COO of Blavity Inc.

Sessions

1. Policy, Power, and Wealth

   Thu, Nov 5, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM CT

   Track GovTech&Civic

   Knowing how the rules around money are made gives you an advantage most people never develop. Pierre Whatley has spent his career inside those decisions at the Federal Reserve, the Senate Banking Committee, and on the campaign trail. This conversation breaks down how to access capital as an entrepreneur, what shifts in financial policy mean for your money and your business, and how to use that understanding to build wealth over the long term.

2. The Portfolio Life

   Thu, Nov 5, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM CT

   Track Entrepreneurship

   The operating role built your expertise. Now build with it. Larry Quinlan spent decades running global technology strategy at one of the world's largest firms, then turned that knowledge into advisory work, coaching, and a multi-industry portfolio of influence. This session is the playbook for executives ready to move from one title to many.