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Ryan Hudson
Founder at Pie (pie.org)
Ryan Hudson is an accomplished entrepreneur and the founder of Pie: The People's Internet Experiment (pie.org), an initiative aimed at rebuilding the internet to prioritize user control and experience. Before launching Pie, Hudson was notably the co-founder of Honey, a popular browser extension that helps users find and apply coupon codes while shopping online. Honey was acquired by PayPal for $4 billion in 2020, marking a significant milestone in Hudson's career.123
Background and Career
Hudson's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Operations Research and Computer Science from Cornell University and an MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management. His career spans various roles, including product management at OpenX and early-stage investing with Fairhaven Capital and Space Angels Network. He also co-founded several startups, including YouShoot, which was the first nationwide digital camera rental service.13
Recent Ventures
At Pie, Hudson is collaborating with a team to create tools that empower users to take control of their internet experience, starting with a free ad blocker. This project reflects his ongoing commitment to innovation and user-centric solutions in technology.456
