“I wanted an identity to be proud of,” said High-School dropout, David Karp, founder of the internet sensation, Tumblr, when asked why he chose to pursue his idea in Tokyo at the young age of 17. “I was so silly – I tried to be very formal and put on a deep voice to clients over the phone so I didn’t have to meet them and give away how young I was.” Now 28-something and the successful frontman of one of the world’s most impressive internet startups, it’s hard to believe Karp had such a bashful start.
Lauren Cosgrove is a freelance writer passionate about branding, global issues, and the world’s little mysteries. A Pacific Northwest native, Lauren can be found hiking the great outdoors, practicing her dance steps, or illustrating children’s books.
