Profile · founder · Fintech
Patrick Collison.
Co-founder and CEO of Stripe.
Typefounder
CategoryFintech
Based inSan Francisco
By Anish· Founder · Vedwix
·Story
Patrick Collison is the co-founder and CEO of Stripe. Before Stripe, he and his brother John founded Auctomatic, which they sold for $5M in 2008 — Patrick was 19 at the time. Patrick is widely respected for thoughtful long-form writing on progress, science, and economic growth. By 2026, Stripe is one of the most valuable private companies in the world.
What they built
Stripe, Auctomatic, Stripe Press.
Notable facts
- Co-founder and CEO of Stripe
- Previously sold Auctomatic at age 19
- Co-author of progress studies movement
- Known for thoughtful long-form essays
- Hundreds of billions in payment volume processed
Design / brand lessons
Founder writing is a brand asset — Patrick's essays attract talent.
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