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Anthony Grullon

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About Anthony Grullon

Anthony Grullon is an entrepreneur whose career has taken him across the United States, gaining knowledge, insight, and hands-on experience in multiple industries, primarily education and finance. Since 2021, Anthony has been in New York City working as Chief of Staff at Fintech startup EarnUp Inc. 

As an entrepreneur, Anthony is inspired by mission-driven startups. These are businesses and organizations in the early stages of growth that were founded to accomplish goals and effect change outside of simply focusing on profits for owners, stakeholders, and shareholders. Anthony co-founded a mission-driven business right out of college, where the focus was on funding a mentorship program for students enrolled in underserved middle schools in the community. He’s also been involved with startups focused on improving the purchasing ability of those who use EBT.

Early on, while earning his bachelor’s degree, Anthony co-founded The E.C., a retail operation run directly from his college dorm. This venture had a business focus and displayed Anthony’s dedication to community upliftment; it raised over $50,000 in support of an after-school program for disadvantaged primary students.

Moving on, Anthony Grullon took on the role of Senior Analyst in the Profit Improvement Group at the Hudson’s Bay Company. He led projects that significantly ameliorated efficiency and profitability across various business units. His consulting expertise was further sharpened during his stint at Alix Partners Business Advisory.

As Vice President and Associate in the retail and consumer goods division, Anthony devised and executed potent business strategies for major retail brands.
In 2019, the entrepreneurial spirit beckoned again. Anthony co-founded Forage Technology Corporation in Los Angeles, targeting economically vulnerable families with a revolutionary mobile grocery app.

His diverse experiences also led him to Kapor Capital in Oakland. Here, Anthony played a pivotal role in investing in early-stage tech startups, furthering his mission to bridge gaps for low-income and underrepresented communities.

Anthony has volunteered with nonprofit organizations outside his professional journey, such as Jersey City Summer Works. His mentoring work with Sponsors for Educational Opportunity and America Needs You is a testament to his commitment to uplifting others.

At EarnUp, Anthony worked with a mission-driven B2B company working to help disadvantaged Americans obtain homeownership by using advanced analytics. He works directly with the CFO and CEO, and he even co-led a series raise that brought in more than $30 million in capital for the startup. 

Across the course of his career, Anthony Grullon has developed a diverse skillset that includes experience in areas like business strategy, business planning, strategic planning, project planning, project management, customer service, data analysis, strategic partnerships, nonprofit organizations, and public speaking. He also has technical expertise in areas like SQL, C++, Java, HTML, Matlab, and Outlook. 

For his dedication, drive, and excellence, Anthony has received multiple awards throughout the years. As a student, he was the recipient of the Alfred Harcourt Academic Scholarship, awarded to students who want to build careers around contributing constructively to the community. He was also named an Edward J. Bloustein Distinguished Scholar for his achievements in academia. Additionally, he was a Finalist for the Mayo Business Plan Competition as well as a New Jersey Needs You Fellow. 

Anthony Grullon built the foundation of his career in academia when he enrolled in The College of New Jersey in 2008. He was an Alfred Harcourt Merit Scholar and an Edward J. Bloustein Scholar, graduating in 2013 with his Bachelor of Science in Management Science and Engineering and a Minor in Computer Engineering. In 2018, he enrolled in the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School of Business, where he majored in Entrepreneurial Management. He graduated in 2020 with his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Philadelphia-based institution. 

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