Jonathan Lin, Angel Investor

Jonathan Lin is a finance professional and investor with a strong background in technology and capital markets. He currently manages a family office in Austin, Texas, focused on technology investments across stocks, startups, cryptocurrencies, and tech‑themed real estate. His work emphasizes disciplined financial strategy and a forward‑looking approach to innovation. Previously, Jonathan served as Sr. Director of Strategic Finance and Business Operations at AppDirect, where he helped scale the company from under 150 employees to nearly 700 globally. He also held roles at Lazard, Sandler O’Neill + Partners, and Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, completing major M&A advisory assignments and capital markets offerings worth billions in transaction value. His career reflects deep expertise in corporate finance, operations, and strategic growth. As an angel investor, Lin has supported ventures in renewable energy and advanced technology. His most recent investment was in Swift Solar, a company developing lightweight, high‑efficiency solar panels using perovskite materials. This investment highlights his interest in sustainable energy solutions and breakthrough technologies.