So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish

I started working at Tumblr the day after I graduated in May 2009. It’s been a remarkable year - I learned more than I did in four years of college, met brilliant and talented people, and was given an incredible opportunity doing business development at one of the hottest startups out there.

I’ve always had a proclivity to stray from the common path. Whether it was leading bands in high school, managing a digital and print publication throughout college, or running a music marketing and production company, entrepreneurship is in my blood. With a problem-solving idea, a brilliant co-founder, and a whole lot of luck, I’m off to launch my own startup (more news on that end coming soon, but for now visit http://GroupMe.com or go follow our Tumblr or Twitter).

I have a whole lot to be thankful for. For one, the whole Tumblr team has been wonderfully supportive. A big thank you to Jo hn Maloney who took a random chance on a college grad, showed him the ropes, and mentored me all the way through. Another big thank you to David and Marco who have been nothing but supportive and helpful over the past month. I’m also indebted to all those who have helped make this possible: my friends, co-workers, new acquaintances, family (who has encouraged and been with me through thick and thin), and Carrie - my better half who keeps me going everyday.

Stay tuned for updates on all things GroupMe - I’ll have a big post on that coming soon. Exciting times to come.

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daryn said: Congrats on the big step and good luck, Jared!
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david-noel said: All the best dude, see you in NYC for beers and burgers
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aldrin said: See you in the restaurant at the end of the universe!
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07