Craig Newmark
Craig Alexander Newmark (born December 6, 1952) is an American internet entrepreneur and philanthropist best known as the founder of the classifieds website Craigslist. Prior to founding Craigslist, he worked as a computer programmer for IBM, Bank of America, and Charles Schwab. Newmark served as chief executive officer of Craigslist from its founding until 2000. He founded Craig Newmark Philanthropies in 2015.
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Newmark in 2011 | |
Born | Craig Alexander Newmark December 6, 1952 Morristown, New Jersey, U.S. |
Education | Case Western Reserve University (BS, MS) |
Occupation | Philanthropist |
Organization | Craig Newmark Philanthropies |
Known for | Founder of Craigslist |
Spouse |
Eileen Whelpley (m. 2012) |
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