Jay R. Young is the Founder and CEO of King Operating Corporation, headquartered in Addison, Texas. Jay earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree from Angelo State University.
His journey started with various roles that eventually led to the establishment of King Operating Corporation in October 1996. Prior to establishing King, Jay gained experience with roles in both finance and the oil and gas industry. He served as Vice President at Texakoma Oil and Gas Corp., worked with stocks and commodities as a Vice President at Dillon Gage, and traded stocks at World Market Equities. Additionally, he has been a member of Tiger 21 since 2011 and was a former minority owner of the World Series Champion Texas Rangers.
With over two decades of experience, Jay has earned a reputation for his strategic foresight and entrepreneurial leadership in the energy sector. He is also the Amazon #1 best-selling author of “The Upside of Oil and Gas Investing,” a Forbes Books publication that shares his deep insights into the industry.
In addition to his professional accomplishments, Jay is deeply committed to philanthropy. He serves on the executive board of Scouting America, where he mentors emerging leaders. He also contributes his time to the North Central Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, actively promoting Alzheimer’s research and support services and serves as a board member for Nancy Lieberman Charities.
Jay’s philanthropic efforts extend beyond these organizations; he is an active member of his church, he is also involved in various other charities, reflecting his dedication to giving back to the community. His involvement underscores his belief in corporate responsibility and making a positive impact beyond his business.
