George Arison

George Arison leads Grindr, an LGBTQ+ dating and social app, as its CEO. He previously co-founded Shift, a used-car marketplace that he took public in 2020, and has spoken about building companies, Grindr’s business and its plans for AI.

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Grindr

Oct 2022 — Present

CEO

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bloomberg.com

Bloomberg Talks: George Arison

A conversation about Grindr’s business outlook, planned AI-powered subscription, and upcoming investor day.

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fastcompany.com

Inside Grindr’s Big Bet on AI

Arison discusses Grindr’s AI ambitions, including changes to the user experience and the questions of privacy and trust they raise.

Media appearance

fastcompany.com

Inside the Grindr CEO’s ‘Hardcore’ Vision for the LGBTQ Dating App’s Future

An interview about Grindr’s product direction, including AI features and the company’s plans beyond dating.

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thetwentyminutevc.com

George Arison, Grindr CEO: How Grindr Built a Free Cash Flow Machine

Arison discusses Grindr’s business, leadership decisions, and lessons from building the company.

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startupdadpod.com

Surrogacy, Raising Twiblings, and Navigating Fatherhood as a Gay Man

A personal conversation about Arison’s experience of surrogacy, fatherhood, and raising his children.

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George Arison

Grindr

Products & media

Bloomberg Talks: George Arison

Inside Grindr’s Big Bet on AI

Inside the Grindr CEO’s ‘Hardcore’ Vision for the LGBTQ Dating App’s Future

George Arison, Grindr CEO: How Grindr Built a Free Cash Flow Machine

Surrogacy, Raising Twiblings, and Navigating Fatherhood as a Gay Man

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