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Jon Oringer

b. 1974

American businessman

Businessperson Stock photographer
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About Jon Oringer

Born 1974. Jon Oringer is an American businessperson and stock photographer.

Jon Oringer (born May 2, 1974) is an American programmer, photographer, and billionaire businessman, best known as the founder and CEO of Shutterstock, a stock media company headquartered in New York City.

In February 2020, Oringer announced that he would be stepping down as Shutterstock CEO effective April 2020, and would become executive chairman.

Awards and recognition Oringer has been recognized with a number of business awards, and in 2009 he was selected 41st on the Silicon Alley 100, an annual list of the 100 most influential entrepreneurs, investors, executives, and technologists in Manhattan.

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Important facts

Born
2 May 1974, New York City
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Businessperson, stock photographer
Nationality
United States
Education
Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science, Stony Brook University, Scarsdale High School, Columbia University
Employers
Shutterstock
Awards
Honorary doctor of the State University of New York at Stony Brook

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Jon Oringer?

American businessman

When was Jon Oringer born?

Jon Oringer was born on 2 May 1974 in New York City.

What is Jon Oringer's occupation?

Jon Oringer is a businessperson and stock photographer.

What nationality is Jon Oringer?

Jon Oringer is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Jon Oringer

· Wikidata: Q6271339

· DBpedia: Jon Oringer

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