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“We want the average person to use it and think that it makes the experience of using Pinterest better.”

Quote by Ben Silbermann

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Ben Silbermann is an internet entrepreneur known for his role in the founding and leadership of Pinterest, a popular image-sharing and discovery platform. Born in 1982, Silbermann has extensive experience in the internet industry and has achieved significant success in various fields. more

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