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Austin Rief
COO at Morning Brew. Follow me on Twitter: @austin_rief
Austin Rief is a prominent entrepreneur and business executive based in New York City. He is currently the Co-Owner of Oceans, a company that specializes in hiring operational talent in Sri Lanka and matching them with startups globally.13
Career Highlights
Morning Brew: Austin's most notable role prior to Oceans was at Morning Brew, a new media company focused on delivering digestible business news. He served as:
- Chief Executive Officer (April 2021 - Present)
- Chief Operating Officer (January 2015 - April 2021)1
During his tenure, Morning Brew grew to educate over 1 million readers daily on business news ranging from Wall Street to Silicon Valley.
Oceans: In May 2023, Austin became the Co-Owner of Oceans, where he continues to work on connecting global talent with startups.1
Education and Early Career
Austin graduated from the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business with a Bachelor's Degree in Finance (2014-2017).1 His early career experiences include:
- Investment Banking Summer Analyst at Moelis & Company (Summer 2016)
- International Education Intern at StarTau Tel Aviv University Entrepreneurship Center (Summer 2014)1
Additional Information
Austin is also known for his presence on social media platforms. On Twitter (X), he describes himself as "Co-founder & CEO @MorningBrew | Investor @oceanstalent".2 He is proficient in both English and Hebrew.1
Austin Rief's career trajectory showcases his expertise in media, entrepreneurship, and talent acquisition, making him a notable figure in the business world.
Highlights
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