Jay Holder | J.F. Holder Foundation

Co-Founder & CEO.

Jay Michael Holder is the Chief Executive Officer of the J. F. Holder Foundation, a nonprofit organization he co-founded with his late father, J.F. Holder. The foundation is dedicated to creating educational and social opportunities for economically disadvantaged communities and empowering at-risk youth with life skills essential for a successful transition into adulthood. As CEO, Mr. Holder oversees board governance, program development, and operational strategy.

Mr. Holder also serves as the Managing Principal of Jay Michael Productions LLC, a multi-platform media and entertainment production company with offices in Chicago, Miami, and Los Angeles. Under his leadership, the company produces and distributes video content across multiple platforms and manages global hospitality and entertainment assets. He directs an integrated team that creates and executes world-class events, including concerts, festivals, and fashion showcases across a wide range of genres.

Previously, Mr. Holder was the CEO of Automated Computer Systems Inc. in Los Angeles, a business and information management systems company for over 22 years, and an IT consultant for over 35 years. He was responsible for improving business results through innovative technology and systems integration.

Select Automated Computer Systems Inc. (ACS) Projects Under Mr. Holder’s Leadership Include:

Partnered with IBM and the Government of Nigeria to develop and implement national IT and communication infrastructure in Abuja, Nigeria..
Developed and managed IT and financial systems for Interior Architects Inc. (IA), a global architecture firm with over 16 offices, for 21 years.
Served as IT and financial systems consultant for Levitt & Quinn Family Law Center, providing critical services to low-income families in Los Angeles County.
Provided IT services to the Los Angeles Sentinel, the largest African American-owned newspaper on the West Coast.
Delivered IT consulting and managed services for the NFL during Super Bowl XXVIII in Atlanta.
Implemented the job costing system for Las Vegas Sands Corporation for the construction budgeting of the Venetian’s Palazzo Tower.
Managed multi-currency accounting systems for Goldfarb Consultants, a Toronto-based market research firm.
Provided IT consulting for Novita Inc., a premier distributor of Italian furniture, supporting major clients such as Macy’s and IKEA.
Served as an IT consultant for Def Jam Recordings (Los Angeles).

As a social enterprise entrepreneur, Mr. Holder is committed to using the power of business to drive social transformation. Born and raised in an underserved community, he deeply understands the challenges at-risk youth face today. His mission includes creating innovative 21st-century learning environments to promote academic, social, and workforce success. Through the J. F. Holder Foundation, he continues to work tirelessly to secure resources and build support systems that foster opportunity, resilience, and hope for future generations.