Jay Jester is a Partner at Plexus Capital, LLC, with over 30 years in M&A and private equity. His career started at Bowles Hollowell Conner, an early M&A boutique, and spanned significant roles including Managing Director at Audax Group, where he helped grow the fund from $500 million to over $25 billion. At Plexus, Jay focuses on strategy and managing investments, particularly in smaller market deals with companies generating up to $100 million in revenue. He specializes in recapitalizations, management buyouts, and growth capital, bringing a deep understanding of the dynamic small deal market.