Etsy is a technology company focusing on e-commerce, handmade and vintage items, and craft supplies. Founded in 2005 by Robert Kalin, Haim Schoppik, Jared Tarbell, and Chris Maguire, Etsy has its headquarters in Brooklyn, New York. Through its website and smartphone application, users can browse and shop in various categories such as clothing and accessories, jewelry, weddings, entertainment, home and living, kids and babies, and vintage items.
Under the leadership of CEO Joshua G. Silverman, Etsy has become a key player in the technology industry with 1,400 employees and an annual revenue of $2.6 billion. The company prides itself on its diverse workforce consisting of 79.6% female and 37.5% ethnic minorities. Despite the political homogeneity among employees, Etsy boasts an average salary of $116,616 per year, offering competitive pay for jobs in the field.