Jason Guss, Founder of Octane Lending

About Jason Guss

Jason Guss is the CEO and Co-Founder of Octane, a fintech company focused on revolutionizing the buying experience. Octane has raised a total of $342 million in equity funding since its inception, including a $100 million Series F round in December 2025 led by Valar Ventures, with participation from Upper90, Huntington Bank, and others. The company aims to accelerate market penetration and deepen its product offerings.

Jason Guss at a glance

• Company: Octane Lending
• Total raised: $342M
• Latest round: Series F
• Investors: Valar Ventures, Upper90, Huntington Bank, Camping World, Good Sam, Holler-Classic
• Location: New York, US

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