Jay Staples
Program Manager | Entrepreneur | Veteran
- Role
- Operations at Amazon
- Location
- Miami, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Jay Staples
As an entrepreneur and seasoned program manager, I lead with experience gained from founding Staples Properties and significant roles at PayPal and the NSA. My entrepreneurial ventures at Staples Properties reflect my passion for real estate and fintech innovation. Staples Properties has seen rapid growth, now owning and managing nearly 20 rental units.My MBA in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from the University of Louisville has equipped me with advanced skills in strategic planning and business development, essential for guiding my companies towards sustainable growth and market impact.At PayPal, I managed enterprise risk, orchestrating key compliance and risk mitigation strategies across global operations. This role honed my ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and enhance operational efficiencies, skills that I\'ve leveraged extensively in my entrepreneurial endeavors.My foundational experience at the NSA, where I served in intelligence and security, provided me with rigorous analytical and compliance skills. My military background instilled a disciplined approach to program management, emphasizing precision, security, and strategic execution.This unique blend of real estate acumen, fintech expertise, and robust program management experience from roles at PayPal and the NSA enables me to effectively manage and grow innovative businesses, making substantial impacts in the industries I operate in.
Experience
Operations
Sep 2025 — Present · Miami, FL, US
People manager of 230 associates, overseeing logistics, labor planning, and daily operations in a high-volume fulfillment center. Focused on driving performance, fostering a culture of accountability and teamwork, and leveraging data-driven insights to deliver operational excellence that supports Amazon’s mission to delight customers.
Education
Community College of the Air Force
Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS, Intelligence Studies and Technology
2012 — 2013
Angelo State University
Bachelor's degree, Intelligence, Security Studies, and Analysis
2016 — 2018
University of Louisville
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Innovation
University of Kentucky
Bachelor's degree, Mathematics
2010 — 2012
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