Jaime Patel

Jaime Patel is a Silicon Valley angel investor, advisor, and fractional Chief Marketing Officer specializing in women-led consumer startups. With over 20 years of marketing experience in the technology industry, Jaime has a proven track record of guiding early-stage companies to significant milestones, including acquisitions and IPOs. She was previously the CEO and co-founder of her own startup, which successfully sold in 2010, and earlier in her career, Jaime broke barriers as the first woman to become Vice President at Hennion & Walsh. There, she managed over $500 million in assets for high-net-worth individuals.

As a first-generation American with roots in Gujarat, India, Jaime’s heritage profoundly influences her professional ethos and advocacy work. She is deeply committed to education for underserved communities, voting rights, and reproductive rights. Her advocacy is also reflected in her personal project—a nonfiction narrative book aimed at first-generation Indian American women, providing guidance on balancing cultural heritage with professional and personal growth in America.

Jaime has been a pillar in the Bay Area for over two decades, where she lives with her husband and two children. Her leadership extends beyond business; she is a vocal supporter of women’s equality and advancement in the corporate world, demonstrating her dedication to creating opportunities and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment. (Burlingame, CA)