Speed Shift Advisors
Jeffrey W. Salinger

Jeffrey W. Salinger

Partner

Jeff Salinger is an accomplished senior executive drawing on more than 40 years of experience in finance, marketing, technology, operations, and strategic acquisitions and alliances. Over his career, his responsibilities have included manufacturing, distribution, marketing and sales, technology and systems development, product development, advertising, direct mail, digital outreach, research, retail loan operations, and customer service. As a CEO and COO, his experience includes direct responsibility for hundreds of employees and multi-million-dollar annual operating budgets, board director for numerous firms, and assisting many start-ups.

Managed a venture capital fund focusing on green, environmentally progressive investments

Directed portfolio company growth leading to highly successful company exits

Invested in and took operating roles in multiple turn-around companies

Led acquisition, financing, and divestiture activity for a variety of firms

Provided consulting assistance to private companies and not-for-profit organizations

Helped build a government-sponsored enterprise into an industry-leading Fortune 100 firm

Owns and directs several small companies in manufacturing and real estate

Holds Bachelor of Science in Finance and Master of Business Administration from the University of Marylan