Founder Quits Meta To Build Financial-AI Startup

Jason White resigned from Meta in September 2025 to found Bear Financial, an AI startup focused on household personal finance. He is bootstrapping the company, plans a public launch in the second half of the year, and prioritized saving at least one year of household expenses, cutting 401(k) contributions, and securing family support before leaving. White offers practical advice for prospective founders on financial preparation and skills breadth.