Jay Leano

Jay Leano is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in sales and advisory roles across various tech sectors, including deep tech, AI, and defense. Currently serving as an Advisor at Plug and Play Tech Center and a Builder at Starecased since May 2024, Jay has previously held significant positions such as Vice President of Global Sales at Behavioral Signals and Head of Global Sales at Observe.AI, contributing to successful exits. Jay has also engaged as an Angel Investor at Qoins and a Seed Investor at Knightscope, which achieved an IPO in January 2022. With a background that includes leadership roles in enterprise sales at Mark Cuban Companies and Hustle, as well as advisory positions at Warmly and AmplifAI, Jay Leano's career is marked by a strong focus on performance enablement and strategic guidance. Jay graduated with a degree in Telecommunications from City College of San Francisco.