Pinterest

Founded in 2010 by Ben Silbermann, Paul Sciarra, and Evan Sharp, Pinterest began as the ultimate digital bulletin board for procrastinators, dreamers and craft enthusiasts. It's the place where users can collect their most whimsical inspirations and list the many ways they intend to redecorate their homes—someday. With a current valuation hovering around $20 billion, Pinterest has made its mark as a digital colossus in the world of idea aggregation. Yet, it's not all sunshine and perfectly curated boards; controversies have simmered over issues of content theft and data privacy, as if stealing ideas and misusing data were part of the creative process. CEO Bill Ready, who took the reins in 2022, is tasked with steering this ship through the choppy waters of competition and criticism. Pinterest is like the overzealous friend who floods your feed with inspirational quotes and recipes you’ll never make—always optimistic, perpetually stylish, but occasionally missing the mark.