Jay Simmons

Active Investor

President at Saint Paul School of Theology

Kansas City, Missouri

Jay Simmons, President at Saint Paul School of Theology is an active investor based in Kansas City, Missouri. This profile covers what Jay Simmons backs, at which stage, and how founders can reach out in 2026.

Dr. Jay Simmons served as Consultant to the Board of Trustees and Administration at Simpson College. He also served as President at Simpson College. Dr. Jay Simmons earned his master's degree and doctorate in political science from the University of Alabama. Before becoming the 23rd president of Simpson College in 2013, he served as president, dean and professor of political science at numerous prestigious colleges. His warm, personal leadership style and decades-long commitment to the transformation of minds and communities through higher education guides every aspect of campus life.

Investor type: Angel
Stages: Early Stage Venture
Invests in: SaaS & EnterpriseConsumer & RetailEdTech
Location: Kansas City, Missouri
Typical check: $500K
Past investments: 2

Notable investments

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