Jean-Marc Touch

Building SwipeSimple Connect's partnership program from the ground up, designing GTM strategy and outreach infrastructure for a payments platform serving 125,000+ SMBs. Leading end-to-end partner acquisition and developing the operating model, playbooks, and partner tiers.

Designed, launched, and scaled PayPal's Developer Referral Partner Program, recruiting 100+ partners in year one and generating $250M+ in new payment volume. Led a team of business development representatives and collaborated with cross-functional teams to define partner tiers and tooling.

Led U.S. go-to-market launch of PayPal's POS Terminal (Zettle), driving early customer acquisition and partner enablement. Recruited, trained, and managed a team of 5 account representatives and collaborated on partner onboarding playbooks.

Built and led a team of 12 representatives, driving partner-led revenue growth of 150%+ year-over-year. Designed and launched partner support functions including CRM implementation, partner recruiting, verification workflows, and retention programs.

Co-founded a venture-backed technology startup with Pandora's co-founder, leading business development, fundraising, partnership strategy, and licensing negotiations. Raised $750K+ in VC funding and secured content licensing agreements with major music labels.

Led a team of 2 marketing managers and 10+ field representatives to execute national and regional partnership initiatives and co-branded campaigns. Developed and managed a scalable marketing partnership program including co-branded activations, regional events, and budget forecasting.

Owned regional partnership strategy, leading 3 marketing managers and 20+ field representatives to deliver scalable results. Managed an annual marketing partnership budget and led field marketing and event activations across national lifestyle properties.

Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Long Beach City College.