Fidji Simo
CEO at Instacart
Fidji Simo, a French business leader, is the CEO of Instacart, steering the company into new frontiers. Her career showcases remarkable leadership roles, notably at Facebook, where she directed the app and spearheaded the launch of video platforms like Facebook Live and Watch. She was a pivotal figure at eBay, contributing to the expansion of local commerce and classified-advertising initiatives.
Her journey into entrepreneurship and philanthropy is equally profound. Co-founding The Metrodora Foundation in 2021, Simo serves as its President, driven by a vision to revolutionize treatment for neuroimmune conditions. This institute stands at the intersection of medical research and patient care, fueled by a commitment to break traditional medical silos.
Additionally, Simo is the co-founder of Women in Product, a nonprofit organization empowering women in technology. Her advocacy for equal representation and advancement in the workplace echoes through her involvement in various boards, including Cirque du Soleil and L.A. Dance Project.
Simo's educational journey, marked by a master's degree from HEC Paris and studies at UCLA's Anderson School of Business, underscores her continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Her roots in Sète, France, resonate in her groundbreaking endeavors shaping the future of technology, healthcare, and women's advancement.
Her journey into entrepreneurship and philanthropy is equally profound. Co-founding The Metrodora Foundation in 2021, Simo serves as its President, driven by a vision to revolutionize treatment for neuroimmune conditions. This institute stands at the intersection of medical research and patient care, fueled by a commitment to break traditional medical silos.
Additionally, Simo is the co-founder of Women in Product, a nonprofit organization empowering women in technology. Her advocacy for equal representation and advancement in the workplace echoes through her involvement in various boards, including Cirque du Soleil and L.A. Dance Project.
Simo's educational journey, marked by a master's degree from HEC Paris and studies at UCLA's Anderson School of Business, underscores her continuous pursuit of knowledge and innovation. Her roots in Sète, France, resonate in her groundbreaking endeavors shaping the future of technology, healthcare, and women's advancement.
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