Ankur Jain, born in 1990 in Bellevue, Washington, grew up in Redmond. He attended the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, where he cultivated his entrepreneurial spirit.
Building Bilt Rewards
In 2021, Jain founded Bilt Rewards, a credit/debit card loyalty company. Within three years, the company achieved a valuation of $3.1 billion. Jain’s 36% stake contributes significantly to his estimated net worth of $1.2 billion as of 2024.
Other Ventures
Before Bilt Rewards, Jain served as the VP of Products at Tinder. He also developed Humin, an app for organizing contacts, which he sold to Tinder after four years. Additionally, Jain founded the Kairos Society, an incubator for young entrepreneurs.
Recognitions and Achievements
Jain has been recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum and featured in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list.
Family Legacy
Ankur’s entrepreneurial success follows in the footsteps of his father, Naveen Jain, a former Microsoft executive and billionaire.
Marriage to Erika Hammond
In 2024, Ankur Jain married Erika Hammond, a former WWE wrestler, after meeting her at a celebrity gym. Their relationship began with a spontaneous and heartfelt moment, leading to a grand four-day wedding at the foot of Egypt’s pyramids.
Innovator and Visionary
Ankur Jain exemplifies a new generation of entrepreneurs who merge innovation with ambition, leaving an indelible mark on both business and personal spheres.
