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Facebook, Inc. · Palo Alto, CA United States

Company Description

1601 S. California Ave.
Palo AltoCA
94304
United States (Map)
Phone: 650-543-4800
Fax: 650-543-4801
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    When it comes to social networking, it's wise to put your best face forward. Facebook is the latest star of the online social networking craze. Users post photos and information about themselves and connect with one another through online profiles. The site was launched in 2004 by Harvard undergraduate Mark Zuckerberg, as an online version of the Harvard Facebook. (The name comes from books of freshmen's faces, majors, and hometowns that are distributed to incoming students.) It began by connecting students, but later opened its service to the general public. Microsoft has a deal to be the exclusive provider of advertising to Facebook. Investors include Paypal co-founder Peter Thiel and Accel PartnersTo read the full description, subscribe now.

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    Key Facebook, Inc. Financials

    Company TypePrivate

    Single Location
    Fiscal Year-EndDecember
    2008 Employees850

    Facebook, Inc. Executives

    24 executives listed for Facebook, Inc.'s Palo Alto, CA location.
    TitleName & BioContact
    CEO and DirectorMark ZuckerbergEmail
    COOSheryl SandbergEmail
    CFODavid EbersmanEmail

    Competition

    Competitive Landscape for Facebook, Inc.
    Demand is driven by consumer and business requirements for information. The profitability of individual companies depends on efficient operations and good marketing. Big ISPs have economies of scale in operations, purchasing, and marketing. Small companies can compete successfully by operating in underserved markets or excelling in customer service. To read the full description, subscribe now.
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