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Biz Stone

Biz Stone

Co-founder / Twitter / Medium / Jelly Industries

Biz Stone is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of Twitter, one of the world's most influential social media platforms. He has also co-founded Medium, Jelly Industries, and served as Creative Director at various tech companies including Google's Blogger team. Stone is recognized as a pioneer of social media and has been honored with numerous awards including being named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People in the World.

UMass Boston, Arts
United States
TwitterTwitter2.3M
InstagramInstagram33.1K
LinkedInLinkedIn
TechnologySocial MediaEntrepreneurshipStartups
2.3M
Twitter Followers
4
Companies Founded
25+
Years in Tech
2009
TIME 100 Honoree
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Recent Posts

Latest Instagram Visual PostLatest Instagram Visual Post
Latest Instagram Visual Post

Artistic visual content showcasing creative photography and aesthetic design

2024-05-14
1.2K impressions
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Creative Photography SeriesCreative Photography Series
Creative Photography Series

Artistic visual storytelling through carefully curated photography and composition

2024-03-30
538 impressions
Visual Narrative PostVisual Narrative Post
Visual Narrative Post

Engaging visual content that tells a story through thoughtful composition and artistic elements

2024-03-29
663 impressions
Lifestyle PhotographyLifestyle Photography
Lifestyle Photography

Personal lifestyle content showcasing everyday moments with artistic flair and professional quality

2024-03-27
650 impressions
Abstract Visual ArtAbstract Visual Art
Abstract Visual Art

Contemporary visual art piece showcasing creative exploration in digital and artistic mediums

2024-02-24
350 impressions
Caption Contest Interactive PostCaption Contest Interactive Post
Caption Contest Interactive Post

Interactive community engagement post inviting followers to participate in a creative caption contest

2024-02-24
338 impressions
Professional Portrait SeriesProfessional Portrait Series
Professional Portrait Series

High-quality portrait photography showcasing professional composition and artistic lighting techniques

2024-02-03
700 impressions
Artistic CompositionArtistic Composition
Artistic Composition

Creative artistic composition demonstrating mastery of visual storytelling and design principles

2024-02-02
588 impressions
Halloween-Themed Creative PostHalloween-Themed Creative Post
Halloween-Themed Creative Post

Seasonal creative content with Halloween theme, showcasing versatility in content creation and artistic expression

2024-02-01
325 impressions

Work Experience

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Jelly Industries, Inc.

Co-founder and CEO

Apr 2013 - Present
Product Innovation
Leading the development of Super.me, a revolutionary service for creating emphatic statements that transform into small works of art, combining social expression with creative technology.
Strategic Vision
Driving company strategy focused on community-driven platforms that facilitate meaningful human connections through innovative technology solutions and creative expression tools.

Education

UMass Boston
UMass Boston

Arts Studies

1990s
Artistic Foundation
Developed fundamental artistic skills and creative thinking approaches that would later influence his approach to technology product design and user experience innovation.
Northeastern University

Core Achievements

Professional Expertise

Comprehensive overview of Biz Stone's technical and business capabilities across social media, product development, and entrepreneurship

Awards & Recognition

Investment Portfolio

Company
Industry
Role
Investment Type
Square
FinTech
Angel Investor
Early Stage
Slack
Enterprise Software
Angel Investor
Seed
Medium
Publishing Platform
Co-founder
Founder
Nest
Smart Home
Angel Investor
Series A
Beyond Meat
Food Technology
Angel Investor
Growth
Jelly Industries
Social Technology
CEO & Co-founder
Founder
Twitter
Social Media
Co-founder

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Twitter, Inc
Twitter, Inc

Co-founder

Apr 2006 - Present
Platform Architecture
Co-invented and architected the core Twitter platform, creating the real-time information network that revolutionized global communication and became essential infrastructure for news and social interaction.
Product Development
Led creative and product development initiatives that shaped Twitter's user experience, establishing the foundation for a platform used by hundreds of millions worldwide.
Industry Impact
Helped establish Twitter as a critical communication tool during major world events, earning an Emmy Award in 2015 for the platform's contribution to media and journalism.
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The Obvious Corporation

Co-founder and Chief Creative Officer

Jun 2011 - Mar 2013
System Design
Developed innovative systems and mechanisms that enable people to collaborate effectively on global improvement initiatives, focusing on scalable solutions for social impact.
Creative Leadership
Led creative direction for multiple projects aimed at leveraging technology to solve complex social problems and facilitate meaningful human cooperation at scale.
Medium.com
Medium.com

Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer

Jan 2011 - Jan 2013
Product Foundation
Co-founded and designed Medium to become the premier destination for reading and writing on the web, establishing the platform's core publishing and discovery mechanisms.
User Experience
Created the creative vision and user experience framework that positioned Medium as a high-quality publishing platform for thoughtful, long-form content creation.
Google Inc
Google Inc

Senior Specialist

Nov 2003 - Sep 2005
Blogger Integration
Recruited to lead Blogger development after Google's acquisition, managing product evolution, community engagement, and strategic marketing initiatives for the pioneering blogging platform.
Product Marketing
Directed product marketing management and community outreach programs, helping to establish Blogger as the leading blogging platform during the early social web era.
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Xanga Inc

Creative Director

Jan 1999 - Apr 2001
Platform Creation
Co-created and launched Xanga.com as one of the early social networking and weblogging platforms, establishing foundational design principles for online communities.
Community Building
Led product management and design initiatives that shaped Xanga into a thriving social networking community, pioneering user engagement strategies for early social platforms.
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Little, Brown and Co.

Designer

1994 - 1997
Publishing Design
Left arts scholarship to join the renowned publishing house as a designer, creating compelling book covers and visual content that enhanced the company's publishing portfolio.
Creative Foundation
Developed core design skills and creative sensibilities that would later influence technology product design, establishing the artistic foundation for future entrepreneurial ventures.
Northeastern University

Writing Studies

1990s
Communication Skills
Honed writing and communication abilities that became essential for his later work in social media platforms and technology product development, establishing his voice as a technology communicator.
Twitter Co-founder

Co-invented and built a real-time information network used by hundreds of millions of people worldwide

Social Media Pioneer

Recognized as a progenitor of social media with over 15 years developing large-scale communication systems

Serial Entrepreneur

Founded multiple successful companies including Twitter, Medium, Jelly Industries, and helped develop Blogger

International Recognition

Named Entrepreneur of the Decade by INC Magazine and listed as one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People

Technology & Development
Social Media PlatformsReal-time Information SystemsProduct DevelopmentLarge-scale Systems ArchitectureCommunity Building
Business & Leadership
Startup FoundingAngel InvestingProduct MarketingCreative DirectionTeam Leadership
TIME 100 Most Influential

Listed as one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World for his impact on global communication

INC Entrepreneur of the Decade

Named Entrepreneur of the Decade by INC Magazine for his revolutionary contributions to social media and technology

GQ Nerd of the Year

Recognized by GQ Magazine as Nerd of the Year for his technical innovation and cultural impact in the digital space

Emmy Award Winner

Twitter won an Emmy Award in 2015 under his co-leadership for its contribution to journalism and media

Founder
Boston Beer Company
Beverage
Board Member
Public Company