Jacob Wallenberg
Jacob Wallenberg
Vice President, People & Talent (VP International) at Ramp. Wharton-educated, ex-McKinsey, former startup founder and operator; writes at jacobwallenberg.com.
Projects
Ideas brought to life. A look at the products, companies, and creative works built from the ground up.
Scaling People & Talent at Ramp
Led Ramp's People & Talent function through high-growth scaling (company growth cited from ~100 to ~1,200 employees) and helped build HR/people operations infrastructure, compensation processes, and culture programs.
International Expansion at Ramp
Leading Ramp's international efforts and market expansion as part of the operations/people leadership team (described as VP International on conference pages).
Startup Founder / Exit (acquired by Ramp)
Co-founded and operated startups in New York; one of the startups was sold to Ramp (Jacob has publicly referenced selling his startup to Ramp and subsequently joining Ramp early). Exact company name not publicly detailed in sourced materials.
Personal writing — jacobwallenberg.com
Personal blog where Jacob publishes long-form writing and notes on strategy, leadership, and career topics (examples: 'Notes on 7 Powers', 'Attempts at long form').
In the Spotlight
A collection of articles, interviews, and viral content where achievements have been shared.
Recognitions
Formal validation from the top. A showcase of official awards, grants, and government acknowledgements.
Proposed Board Member — EQT AB
March 10, 2025Nomination by EQT's Nomination Committee to appoint Jacob Wallenberg Jr as a new Board member (subject to shareholder approval). This public nomination reflects recognition of his leadership and experience.
Work Experience
Key roles that defined the journey.
Vice President, People & Talent (VP International)
Joined Ramp circa 2020 — presentSenior people and operations leader at Ramp (New York). Responsibilities include leading People & Talent functions during rapid scaling, international expansion, and operational leadership across talent, compensation, and people programs. Described alternatively as VP, People & Talent and VP International in different bios.
Early Risk / Operations hire
2020 (early Ramp employee)Reportedly the first hire on Ramp's Risk team and later pivoted into operations and people leadership roles as Ramp scaled.
Consultant
Prior to startup/tech roles (date not specified)Early-career experience in management consulting with McKinsey & Company (consulting background referenced in multiple bios and press material).
Co-founder / Operator
Prior to 2020Co-founded and worked at startups in New York prior to joining Ramp; one or more ventures were later integrated into or sold to Ramp.
Board nominee / proposed board member
Proposed March 10, 2025Proposed appointment to the Board of EQT AB by the company's Nomination Committee—reflects a governance/board-level role pending shareholder approval.
Membership
Affiliations and memberships in prestigious organizations and communities.
Nomination by EQT's Nomination Committee for board membership; pending shareholder approval. This positions Jacob to join the governance body of a major global investment organization.
Member of Ramp's senior leadership team responsible for people operations, hiring, and scaling global teams.
Education
Academic foundation and learning journey.
Studied Economics (Wharton School)
Wharton-educated; studied economics at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania (mentioned in EQT nomination materials and conference bios). Exact degree years not specified in sourced materials.
Socials
Connect and explore.
