Patrick Collison
Location: USA
Patrick Collison is co-founder and serves as content strategist and CEO at Stripe. He is also an advisor to the Stellar Development Foundation. He was also a partner at Y Combinator. Previously, he co-founded Auctomatic. He holds a degree in mathematics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
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Patrick Collison is co-founder and serves as content strategist and CEO at Stripe. He is also an advisor to the Stellar Development Foundation. He was also a partner at Y Combinator. Previously, he co-founded Auctomatic. He holds a degree in mathematics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professional Summary
Innovative technology leader with a track record of building groundbreaking
companies and driving strategic content and product development. Proven
expertise in software engineering, entrepreneurship, and technology
strategy.
Professional Experience
Content Strategist
Stripe | 2010 – Present (15 years)
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Co-founded and scaled Stripe, a global technology company revolutionizing
online payments -
Developed strategic content and communication frameworks to support
company growth -
Leveraged technical and strategic skills to drive innovation in financial
technology
Cofounder
Auctomatic | 2007 – 2008 (1 year)
- Successfully launched and managed an early-stage technology startup
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Demonstrated entrepreneurial skills and ability to develop innovative
technological solutions
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mathematics (Incomplete) | 2006 – 2010
Technical Skills
- Programming Languages
- Software Engineering
- Technology Strategy
- Product Development
Languages
- English (Native)
- French
- German
Venture Investments
Patrick has been actively involved in supporting innovative startups across
various technology sectors, including:
- Alternative Energy: Pacific Fusion
- Business and Productivity Software: Cortex, Cognition
- IT Consulting: Anysphere
- Hardware Innovations: The Bot Company, Meter, Matic, Rain, Terraform Industries
- Artificial Intelligence: Conjecture
Key Achievements
- Co-founder of Stripe, a leading global payment processing platform
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Active technology investor supporting early-stage and revenue-generating
startups -
Demonstrated entrepreneurial success across multiple technology
domains -
Recognized for innovative approach to technology and business
development
Professional Strengths
- Strategic Content Development
- Technology Innovation
- Entrepreneurial Leadership
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Venture Capital and Startup Ecosystem Engagement
Professional Network
– LinkedIn Connections: 500+
– Professional Followers: 4,249
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