Craig Newmark
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December 6, 1952
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Craig Newmark Bio
Craig Newmark is an internet entrepreneur and philanthropist, born on December 6, 1952, in Morristown, New Jersey, USA. He is best known as the founder of Craigslist, the renowned web-based platform that revolutionized classified advertising. His journey began with a passion for computer science, earning a bachelor's degree (1975) and a master's degree (1977) from Case Western Reserve University.
Craig worked as a computer programmer for IBM, Bank of America, and Charles Schwab. His platform, Craigslist, started in 1995 as a simple newsletter about events in San Francisco. It evolved into one of the world's top 10 English-language web platforms, with websites serving almost every continent. It provides users with free advertising opportunities, particularly focused on housing and job postings.
In 2015, Craig founded Craig Newmark Philanthropies to support technology and platforms in enhancing connectivity, promoting positive social change, and ensuring media integrity. He was a billionaire for years before dropping off the list in 2020. In December 2022, he announced his decision to give away a significant portion of his wealth to charitable causes.
