Mr Biz Stone is an influential American entrepreneur and a key figure in the development of social media, co-founding platforms like Twitter and Medium. His early contributions also include work on Xanga, Blogger, and Odeo. Recognised as a major innovator, Biz Stone has been honoured with titles such as being one of TIME’s “100 Most Influential People in the World,” “Entrepreneur of the Decade” by INC magazine, and “Nerd of the Year” by GQ magazine. Beyond his technological pursuits, Biz Stone engages in various roles including being a Visiting Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School.
Since his introduction to Exeter College, he has delivered talks to students, Fellows and alumni on multiple occasions and most recently came to the opening of Exeter College’s refurbished library. In 2024 he became a member of the Vice Chancellor’s Circle.
