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Michael Farb
CEO | Company Builder | Advisor
Michael Farb is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Boatsetter, having taken on the role in January 2023. He succeeded Jaclyn Baumgarten, who co-founded the company and served as CEO since its inception in 2014. Under Baumgarten's leadership, Boatsetter grew significantly, offering over 50,000 boat listings in more than 700 locations worldwide.12
Farb has a strong background in scaling multi-sided marketplaces and software-based companies. Prior to joining Boatsetter, he led Neon One, a platform that connects nonprofit organizations with donors, raising over $16 billion for various causes. His experience is expected to drive Boatsetter's growth, especially after the company raised $38 million in Series B funding, positioning it for further expansion in 2023 and beyond.14
Farb is based in San Francisco, California, and has a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Entrepreneurship and Finance, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Computer Science).3 His leadership aims to enhance Boatsetter's mission of providing accessible on-water experiences and fostering entrepreneurship among boat owners.12
