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James Safka was the founder and had founded Atzip, Inc. in 2010 where he held the title of Chief Executive Officer.
He has also held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Chegg, Inc. and Ask.com.
In addition, he was the Chief Executive Officer at Match.com LP from 2005 to 2007.
Prior to that, he was the Vice President-Marketing at E*TRADE Financial Corp.
and the General Manager at New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc. He also worked as a Principal at Alberto-Culver USA, Inc. Mr. Safka received his undergraduate degree from the University of Southern California and his MBA from Northwestern University.
Former positions of James Safka
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| CHEGG, INC. | President | 02/02/2010 |
Match.com LP
 Match.com LP Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Match.com LP operates online dating sites. In addition to the company's flagship site, the company connects with Web-bound singles through country-specific sites. Registered members can post a personal profile and browse the site in search of a potential match. Match.com was founded by Gary Alan Kremen in April, 1995 and is located in Richardson, TX | President | 01/01/2007 |
Atzip, Inc.
 Atzip, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Atzip, Inc. provides mobile application software solutions. It develops social networking software where people can find and connect others based on zip codes. The company was founded on March 02, 2011 by Danny Dera and James Safka and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA. | Chief Executive Officer | - |
Alberto-Culver USA, Inc.
 Alberto-Culver USA, Inc. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Part of Unilever Plc, Alberto-Culver USA, Inc. manufactures and sells cosmetics. The company is based in Melrose Park, IL. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc.
 New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications AT&T Wireless Services, Inc. provided voice, data and video telecommunications services. It was acquired by Cingular Wireless LLC in October 26, 2004. The company was headquartered in Redmond, WA. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Training of James Safka
| Northwestern University | Masters Business Admin |
| University of Southern California | Undergraduate Degree |
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Linked companies
| Listed companies | 1 |
|---|---|
| CHEGG, INC. | Commercial Services |
| Private companies | 6 |
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Match.com LP
Match.com LP Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Match.com LP operates online dating sites. In addition to the company's flagship site, the company connects with Web-bound singles through country-specific sites. Registered members can post a personal profile and browse the site in search of a potential match. Match.com was founded by Gary Alan Kremen in April, 1995 and is located in Richardson, TX | Technology Services |
Ask.com
 Ask.com Internet Software/ServicesTechnology Services Ask.com operates an Internet portal and search index website. It offers information regarding art literature, beauty fashion, business finance, education, family, food, geography, government politics, health, history, pets animals, and technology. The company was founded by Garrett P. Gruener and David C. Warthen in 1996 and headquartered in Oakland, CA. | Technology Services |
E*TRADE Financial Corp.
 E*TRADE Financial Corp. Investment Banks/BrokersFinance E*TRADE Financial Corp. engages in the provision of investment and online stock brokerage services. It offers digital platforms and support to individual investors through phone, email, and online via two national financial centers, and in-person at regional financial centers. The company was founded by William A. Porter Jr. and Bernard A. Newcomb in 1982 and is headquartered in Arlington, VA. | Finance |
New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc.
New Cingular Wireless Services, Inc. Wireless TelecommunicationsCommunications AT&T Wireless Services, Inc. provided voice, data and video telecommunications services. It was acquired by Cingular Wireless LLC in October 26, 2004. The company was headquartered in Redmond, WA. | Communications |
Alberto-Culver USA, Inc.
Alberto-Culver USA, Inc. Household/Personal CareConsumer Non-Durables Part of Unilever Plc, Alberto-Culver USA, Inc. manufactures and sells cosmetics. The company is based in Melrose Park, IL. | Consumer Non-Durables |
Atzip, Inc.
Atzip, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Atzip, Inc. provides mobile application software solutions. It develops social networking software where people can find and connect others based on zip codes. The company was founded on March 02, 2011 by Danny Dera and James Safka and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA. | Technology Services |
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