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Jonathan Speed

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Jonathan Speed is a seasoned venture partner at Waterman Ventures, fostering Brown University-affiliated businesses since August 2019. As co-founder and board member of LongJump AI, and founder of 1821, Jonathan is dedicated to building a global network for Black and Brown startup founders. In addition, Jonathan serves as an AlchemistX coach and chairs the Alchemist Accelerator Memphis Hub Advisory Board. With an advisory role at Swytchback and contributions to Audios and Socrates Learning Platform, Jonathan leverages expertise to enhance innovation in various sectors. A former digital transformation adviser at Mass General Brigham and an advisory board member for Opportunity Land Services, Jonathan promotes diversity-driven initiatives. Jonathan also founded 1790 Media, empowering young creators before transitioning its vision into 1821. Holding a BA in Political Science from Brown University and an MA in Military History from Norwich University, Jonathan combines academic insight with entrepreneurial experience.

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