Everette Taylor is a distinguished creative entrepreneur and the current CEO of Kickstarter, the world’s leading crowdfunding platform for creative projects. Under his visionary leadership, Kickstarter has been recognized as one of Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential Companies, highlighting its significant impact on the creator economy and the future of work. Taylor’s commitment to empowering artists and entrepreneurs has solidified Kickstarter’s position as a pivotal player in the industry.

Before his tenure at Kickstarter, Taylor served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Artsy, the largest online marketplace for fine art. His innovative marketing strategies led to record revenue growth and heightened brand awareness, earning him accolades from Business Insider and Forbes as one of the World’s Most Innovative CMOs and Most Influential CMOs, respectively. His ability to drive results in a competitive market showcases his exceptional talent in marketing and leadership.

Taylor’s career also includes pivotal roles at Skurt and Qualaroo, where he successfully guided both companies to acquisition. As a co-founder of GrowthHackers, he established a thriving community for growth marketers, further enhancing his reputation as a leading figure in the tech marketing space. His early achievements include becoming the youngest CMO at Sticker Mule and contributing to Microsoft’s growth strategy for new social products.

As a founder, Taylor launched his first company, EZ Events, at just 19, leading to a successful acquisition in 2011. He later founded ET Enterprises, a diverse portfolio of companies, and was recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 for his innovative contributions to social media marketing. A sought-after public speaker, Taylor shares his insights on entrepreneurship and diversity across the globe, inspiring countless individuals with his story of resilience and success.