Jon McNeill

Jon McNeill is a visionary entrepreneur and business leader known for his remarkable success across multiple industries, including technology, automotive, and finance. He is the co-founder and CEO of DVx Ventures, a venture studio focused on launching and scaling mission-driven startups. Under his leadership, the studio has launched a dozen innovative companies and secured significant funding to fuel their growth.

Jon began his entrepreneurial journey in high school, launching a lawn-care business that served over 100 commercial clients and helped him finance his education. He earned a degree in economics from Northwestern University and quickly went on to build a track record of founding and scaling successful companies, including Sterling Collision Centers and Enservio.

In 2015, Jon joined Tesla as President of Global Sales, Delivery, and Service, where he played a pivotal role in increasing the company's annual revenue from $2 billion to $20 billion in just two and a half years. In 2018, he became Chief Operating Officer at Lyft, where he helped double the company’s revenue and prepared it for a successful IPO.

Jon serves on the boards of several major organizations, including General Motors, Lululemon, Stash, CrossFit, and Cruise. He is widely respected for his operational expertise, ability to drive innovation at scale, and commitment to building strong company cultures.

He is also a frequent lecturer at leading business schools such as Harvard, MIT, and Stanford, where he shares insights on entrepreneurship, leadership, and operational excellence. Jon’s hands-on leadership style and proven track record make him one of today’s most influential voices in business innovation.