Julia Hartz is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Eventbrite, a global platform for live experiences that allows users to create, promote, and sell tickets to events. Born and raised in Santa Cruz, California, Hartz graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Communication. Before co-founding Eventbrite in 2006 with her husband Kevin Hartz and Renaud Visage, she worked in various roles within the media and entertainment industry, including positions at FX Networks and MTV. Under Hartz's leadership, Eventbrite has grown from a small startup into a publicly-traded company, with a market capitalization of over $1 billion. She has been instrumental in expanding the company's reach, both geographically and in terms of the types of events it serves. Hartz has also been a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion in the tech industry, implementing policies and programs to support women and underrepresented groups within Eventbrite. Her efforts have been recognized by various organizations, including her inclusion on Fortune's "40 Under 40" list and Forbes' "Women to Watch in Tech" list. As CEO, Julia Hartz is responsible for setting the strategic direction of Eventbrite and overseeing its day-to-day operations. She works closely with the company's leadership team to drive growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Hartz is known for her hands-on approach and her ability to connect with employees at all levels of the organization. She is passionate about the power of live events to bring people together and create meaningful experiences, and she continues to lead Eventbrite in its mission to help people discover and participate in events that matter to them.