Jay Young
Jay Young is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of King Operating Corporation, a privately held Texas-based oil and gas operating company specializing in domestic energy investments. With more than three decades of experience in the energy and financial markets, Young is widely recognized as an oil and gas investing expert known for his strategic vision and entrepreneurial leadership. He is the host of The Jay Young Show podcast and the Amazon #1 best-selling author of The Upside of Oil and Gas Investing, in which he explains the philosophy and strategy behind King Operating Corporation’s investment model. Before founding King Operating Corporation, Young built a strong foundation in finance and commodities, serving as Vice President and Registered Representative at Texakoma Financial, Inc., Vice President at Dillon Gage, and a stock trader at World Market Equities. He has been a member of TIGER 21 since 2011 and was previously a minority owner of the World Series Champion Texas Rangers.
Jay Young Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founder and Chief Executive Officer
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Member of the Forbes Business Council
Academic History
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B.B.A., Business Administration, Management and Operations
With more than three decades of experience in the energy sector, Jay Young comes from a multi-generational oil and gas family and is widely recognized for his strategic leadership and entrepreneurial innovation in upstream energy investing.
As Founder and CEO of King Operating Corporation, he leads the firm’s long-term vision and day-to-day execution, focusing on the acquisition, development, and divestiture of oil and gas assets across key U.S. basins.
Under his leadership, King Operating has built a reputation for disciplined operations and structured investment opportunities that align operational performance with investor interests.
Young is also a recognized thought leader in oil and gas investing and hosts The Jay Young Show, a podcast exploring leadership, entrepreneurship, and insights into the energy industry for investors and professionals alike.
PHILANTHROPY & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Beyond business, Jay Young is deeply committed to philanthropy and leadership development.
He serves on the executive board of Scouting America, where he mentors emerging leaders, and actively supports the North Central Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, promoting research, awareness, and community support.
He also serves as a board member of Nancy Lieberman Charities, contributing to initiatives focused on youth development, education, and community empowerment.