Copy of Jay Polansky
Jay Polansky is a business writer covering retail.
BIO
Born and raised outside of New York, I graduated from Fairfield University š with a bachelor's in accounting and an online certificate in journalism from the University of Massachusetts š.
Favorite places to write? Iām loyal to Starbucks ā, and Iām a proud gold member. But I can write from just about anywhere ā and I enjoy talking with entrepreneurs from around the United States.
MY BEAT
As a PYMNTS.com staff writer, I cover innovative eCommerce startups. My focus areas include subscriptions, marketplaces, direct-to-consumer brands, restaurant technology, travel, and automated retail, among other areas.
Iām always on the lookout for a good founding story ā and startups that are changing the way that consumers shop, eat or travel. If you know of a startup that I should profile, let's connect.
PUBLICATIONS
My articles have appeared in traditional daily newspapers such as Greenwich Time; magazines such as Plan Sponsor and Plan Adviser; and digital publications such as Daily Voice and Patch.