Jerry Jao

Chief Executive Officer

Jerry brings more than two decades of experience building and scaling high-growth SaaS companies, with deep expertise in AI innovation, product led growth, and go-to-market execution. As the founder & CEO of Retention Science (ReSci), a predictive AI marketing software trusted by FORTUNE 100 companies like P&G, 3M, GoodRx, and Target, he led the company to recognition as one of Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies before its acquisition by Constant Contact in 2020. Following the acquisition, Jerry served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Constant Contact, where he led product strategy, customer experience, and M&A initiatives—helping modernize technology for 500,000 small and mid-sized businesses. Known for combining innovation with a people-first leadership philosophy, Jerry has been recognized by Inc. and Fast Company for his entrepreneurial impact and serves as an Independent Director and Audit Chair for FIGS (NYSE: FIGS). He holds a B.S. from UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business and received the most distinguished full tuition Alumni Scholar award at the university.