Stephen Snyder

Stephen Snyder is the Managing Director and Head of Operations and Partnerships at SKY VC, an investment firm that acquired JetBlue Ventures in May 2025. In this role, he drives strategic partnerships and technology deployment across a portfolio of over 40 companies, evaluating approximately 1,000 startup projects annually. Previously, Snyder served as Manager for Strategic Planning at JetBlue, where he oversaw a $150 million capital expenditure budget and led the airline's corporate strategy refresh during the COVID-19 pandemic. He holds an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from the Wharton School, an MA from the University of Pennsylvania, and a BA from the University of Michigan. Snyder currently focuses his venture capital efforts on early-stage investments in travel technology, hospitality, and advanced air mobility, facilitating strategic collaborations with aerospace innovators like Joby Aviation.