Jacob van Raaphorst

Jacob van Raaphorst is a seasoned professional with diverse experience in analytics, product management, and consulting. Currently serving as a Senior Analyst at Remitly since November 2020, Jacob previously held positions at Microsoft as a Strategic Consultant focused on Product Marketing Management, where insights were derived from customer interviews and research on cloud computing. Jacob's expertise includes developing market benchmarks and managing innovative products, as demonstrated during tenure as a Product Manager at Kernel Labs. As a co-founder of Vocational Capital, Jacob contributed to nurturing young talent, while earlier roles at BlackRock encompassed strategic analysis and institutional client management in Latin America. Jacob holds an MBA from the UW Foster School of Business and a BA in Economics and Spanish from Wheaton College.