Jay Cody

As SVP of Business Development at NEWITY, Jay Cody identifies strategic opportunities and builds partnerships that expand NEWITY’s reach to small business owners in need of affordable capital. With over 20 years of experience spanning government, private sector finance, and international development, Jay brings a unique perspective to connecting NEWITY’s mission-driven technology with underserved entrepreneurs across the country.

Jay contributes to small business success by leveraging his diverse background to create partnerships with organizations and stakeholders committed to small business growth. His career has included roles in the US Foreign Service (with tours in the Philippines and Japan), financial services leadership in Singapore, and partnership development at the US Agency for International Development. This experience has given him a deep understanding of how to build shared-value relationships that create meaningful impact, skills he now applies to opening doors for small businesses seeking capital.

What excites Jay most is the opportunity to help entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams and grow their communities. His experience growing up around small family businesses in Massachusetts gives him an enduring appreciation for the vital role small businesses play in strengthening families and communities. Working at NEWITY, where he combines that passion with excellent technology and a dynamic team dedicated to the mission, is exactly where Jay wants to be.