Steve Conine
Steven K. Conine | |
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| Born | 1972/73 New Vernon, Harding Township, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Known for | Co-founder and co-chairman of Wayfair |
Steven K. Conine (born 1972/73) is an American entrepreneur who co-founded the e-commerce company Wayfair alongside Niraj Shah, where he also holds the position of co-chairman.
Early life
Conine grew up in the New Vernon area of Harding Township, New Jersey and gained early experience working in outdoor furniture outlets operated by his mother during his teenage years. He completed his secondary education at Delbarton School in 1991 and went on to obtain a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Cornell University in 1995.
Career
In 2002, Conine and Shah launched Wayfair, with Conine assuming the role of co-chairman on the board. By May 2017, the company's stock price exceeded $70 per share, elevating both founders to billionaire status. By 2019, their individual net worths were estimated to be approximately $2.3 billion each.
Personal life
Conine is married to Alexi, and together they have three children. The family lives in Boston, Massachusetts, and owns a vacation property in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.