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Casey Gerald
Chairman, Writer, and Senior Fellow
Casey Gerald is a prominent writer and entrepreneur currently serving as the Chairman of the Board at Kickstarter, a position he has held since March 2023. He has been involved with Kickstarter since 2019 when he joined its board of directors. Gerald is known for his advocacy for independent creativity and the arts, emphasizing the importance of platforms like Kickstarter in supporting creators and artists.234
Background and Education
Gerald graduated from Yale University with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science in 2009 and later earned an MBA from Harvard Business School in 2014, where he was part of the first cohort of the HBS 2+2 program. His career includes founding MBAs Across America, a movement aimed at innovating business education and revitalizing communities.145
Career Highlights
- Chairman, Kickstarter (March 2023 - Present)
- Writer, Freedom Time, Inc. (September 2016 - Present)
- Senior Fellow, Humanity in Action (2009 - Present)
- Co-Founder & CEO, MBAs Across America (2012 - 2016)
Gerald's work reflects a commitment to fostering creativity and addressing the challenges faced by independent artists in today's economy. He believes that supporting creative endeavors is essential for societal progress and individual fulfillment.23
