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Anna Brockway
President and Co-Founder at Chairish
Anna Brockway is the Co-Founder and President of Chairish, a leading online marketplace specializing in vintage and antique home furnishings and art. She co-founded the company in 2013 alongside her husband, Gregg Brockway, and has since played a pivotal role in its growth and success, which includes reselling over 700,000 items and connecting thousands of vintage purveyors with design buyers.123
Background and Education
Brockway graduated from Columbia University with a degree in Art History in 1992. Her education has significantly influenced her understanding of style and design, which she has leveraged throughout her career.35 Before Chairish, she spent seven years at Levi Strauss & Co., where she rose to the position of Vice President of Worldwide Marketing.45
Career at Chairish
Under her leadership, Chairish has been recognized for its innovative approach to online furniture sales. The platform emphasizes quality over quantity, curating its inventory to ensure that each piece meets high standards of design and craftsmanship. This focus on curation has helped differentiate Chairish from other online marketplaces.34 The company has also embraced sustainability, with approximately 85% of its inventory being vintage items, contributing to a circular economy.6
Achievements
Brockway's efforts have garnered numerous accolades for both her and Chairish:
- Named one of the Best Entrepreneurial Companies in America by Entrepreneur.
- Recognized by Architectural Digest as the “#1 can’t live without decorating app”.1
- Honored with various awards, including the Green Changemaker Award from Treehugger and inclusion in Goldman Sachs' 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs list.5
Personal Life
Anna Brockway resides in San Francisco with her husband and their three children. She is known for her keen eye for design and a passion for empowering individuality in home decorating.24
