Steve Conine
American businessman
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Steven K. Conine (born 1972/73) is an American businessman, and the co-chairman and co-founder (with Niraj Shah) of the online retailer Wayfair.
1972 or 1973 (age 52–53)[1]
Steve Conine | |
|---|---|
| Born | Steven K. Conine 1972 or 1973 (age 52–53)[1] |
| Education | Cornell University (BE) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Co-founder and co-chairman, Wayfair |
| Spouse | Alexi Conine |
| Children | 3 |
Early life
Raised in the New Vernon section of Harding Township, New Jersey, Conine spent some time during his teens working at a pair of outdoor furniture stores his mother operated.[2] Conine graduated from Delbarton School in 1991.[3] He went on to attend Cornell University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in 1995.[1][4]
Career
Conine co-founded Wayfair in 2002, and is the co-chairman of the board.[5]
In May 2017, Wayfair's share price rose above $70 per share, making Conine and his co-founder Niraj Shah both billionaires. As of 2019, each had an estimated net worth of $2.3 billion.[6]
Personal life
Conine is married to Alexi, they have three children and live in Boston, Massachusetts.[7][8] They have a holiday home in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.[8][9]