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Pandora company history timeline

2000

Founded in 2000 as the Music Genome Project, Pandora uses algorithms and user feedback to generate music recommendations for its listeners.

2006

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2016

Pandora Replaces Chief, Aiming to Reinvent Itself MidstreamTim Westergren, a co-founder of Pandora, becomes chief executive as the online music company tries to regain its competitive edge.By Ben SisarioMarch 28, 2016

2017

BreakingviewsPandora, Digital Music Pioneer, Is Running Out of OptionsA flurry of announcements — including a cash infusion from KKR, new board members and widening losses — sets the stage for a sale of the company.By Jennifer SabaMay 9, 2017

Pandora Extends Deadline for KKR Deal to Explore Its OptionsThe company, which has struggled as a leader in streaming music, is exploring investments from the private equity firm as well as an unnamed “strategic investor.”By Ben SisarioJune 8, 2017

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Founded
2000
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Headquarters
Oakland, CA
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Tim Westergren,Jon Kraft,Per Enevoldsen,Winnie Liljeborg
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