Micha Kaufman
Micha Kaufman is the co-founder and CEO of Fiverr, a leading online marketplace for freelance services, a role he has held since the company's inception in 2009. He has been instrumental in shaping Fiverr's growth, expanding it into a global community with millions of users across 190 countries. Under his leadership, Fiverr has revolutionized the gig economy by making talent accessible and simplifying the hiring process for businesses and freelancers.
Career Milestones
- Micha Kaufman co-founded Fiverr in 2010, serving as CEO and leading its global mission to democratize lean entrepreneurship.
- Under his leadership, Fiverr grew into a global community across 190 countries, offering over 10 million gigs and facilitating over 30 million service purchases.
- He guided Fiverr to its listing on the New York Stock Exchange in June 2019, achieving a market capitalization over $1 billion.
- Kaufman is recognized as a leading voice in entrepreneurship and the gig economy, frequently contributing to publications like Forbes and Wired.
- In 2024, Fiverr launched a Breakthrough Achievement recognition program to celebrate freelancers surpassing $1 million and $5 million in revenue, reflecting Kaufman's commitment to empowering freelancers.
- His vision continues to shape Fiverr's role in the evolving future of work.
About Fiverr
Fiverr, founded in 2010, is an online marketplace connecting businesses and individuals with freelance talent for digital services like graphic design, writing, and programming. It helps small to medium-sized businesses and startups find affordable, high-quality services. Core features include diverse service categories ("gigs"), a user-friendly interface, and secure payments. Benefits include global talent access, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.