Jeff Lawson

Jeff Lawson is an entrepreneur and the cofounder of Twilio, a cloud computing company. Recently, he made headlines by acquiring the satirical news website The Onion from G/O Media. The sale was confirmed by G/O Media's CEO, who noted that Lawson's ownership is through a company called Global Tetrahedron, a name that humorously references a fictional conglomerate from The Onion's past content. Lawson has expressed a deep appreciation for The Onion, describing it as a "national treasure" and emphasizing the importance of its success in the media landscape.145

In addition to his role at The Onion, Lawson has a significant background in technology and entrepreneurship, having served as CEO of Twilio until January 2024, when he stepped down amid challenges within the company. His LinkedIn profile reflects his extensive professional experience and connections in the tech industry.23