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Jon Younger

Investor

Venture Partner at Big Sky Capital VC

New York City

Writes $250K – $500K checks Β· typically $375K

About

Jon Younger is Principal at JC Younger PhD LLC and works as a coach and advisor to early-stage companies. His career has spanned roles as a social psychologist, HR executive, and entrepreneur, including co-founding the consulting firms Novations Group and RBL with partners such as Norm Smallwood and Dave Ulrich, and later work as an investor, board member, and Forbes journalist focused on the freelance sector. He co-authored five books, including "HR Transformation," "HR From the Outside In," and "Agile Talent," received his PhD from the University of Toronto, and has lectured at institutions including the University of Michigan, the Indian School of Business, and Wharton.

Experience

  1. JC Younger PhD LLCPrincipalcurrent2025 β€” presentNew York City
  2. Big Sky Capital VCVenture Partnercurrent2023 β€” presentSingapore
  3. MENSCH.workCo-founder and CEO2024 β€” 2025New York, New York, United States
  4. Catalant TechnologiesExpert in Residence2023 β€” 2024New York, New York, United States
  5. The Human CloudPartner2023 β€” 2024New York, United States
  6. Open AssemblyExpert-in-Residence2022 β€” 2023New York, United States
  7. The RBL GroupSenior Partner2006 β€” 2012New York City Metropolitan Area
  8. National City CorpCorporate SVP HR, Chief Learning and Talent Officer1999 β€” 2006Cleveland, Ohio
  9. Novations GroupCo-Founder, Senior Partner1986 β€” 1999New York City Metropolitan Area

Skills & more

Talent Management99Executive Coaching53Human Resources30Coaching9Workforce Planning5360 Feedback5Strategy40Strategic Consulting3Organizational Learning4Business Strategy5Mergers & Acquisitions3Career Management4
+12 moreTalent AcquisitionBusiness TransformationLeadershipPersonal DevelopmentWorkshop FacilitationConsultingManagement DevelopmentHuman CapitalExecutive DevelopmentEmployee RelationsMBTIEmotional Intelligence

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jon Younger?
Jon Younger is Principal at JC Younger PhD LLC and works as a coach and advisor to early-stage companies. His career has spanned roles as a social psychologist, HR executive, and entrepreneur, including co-founding the consulting firms Novations Group and RBL with partners such as Norm Smallwood and Dave Ulrich, and later work as an investor, board member, and Forbes journalist focused on the freelance sector. He co-authored five books, including "HR Transformation," "HR From the Outside In," and "Agile Talent," received his PhD from the University of Toronto, and has lectured at institutions including the University of Michigan, the Indian School of Business, and Wharton.
Where does Jon Younger work?
Jon Younger is Venture Partner at Big Sky Capital VC.
What check size does Jon Younger write?
Jon Younger typically writes checks of $250K – $500K.
Where did Jon Younger go to school?
Jon Younger studied at University of Toronto (Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Social Psychology).

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