JPMorgan executives John China and Andrew Kresse, known collectively as “JACK,” co‑lead the bank’s Innovation Economy team of more than 550 employees serving 11,000 high‑growth startups.
Distinct Backgrounds: SVB Veteran Meets JPMorgan Insider
China, a Silicon Valley veteran from SVB, and Kresse, a longtime JPMorgan leader, bring distinct backgrounds to scaling the business after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and JPMorgan’s acquisition of First Republic.
Their approach emphasizes collaboration, trust, and complementary strengths across coasts. With AI startups emerging at unprecedented speed, they describe their strategy as an “athletic stance,” staying ready to support founders from early stages through IPOs while reshaping JPMorgan’s startup narrative.
