Jason Kiefer
About Jason Kiefer
Jason Kiefer is the President of Sugarwish and has extensive experience in the tech and e-commerce sectors, having co-founded Pixoto and served as CEO of Pictage, Inc. He holds an MBA from UCLA and a Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University.
Current Role at Sugarwish
Jason Kiefer serves as the President of Sugarwish, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the company's strategic direction and operational management. His leadership contributes to the growth and development of Sugarwish, which specializes in creating personalized gifting experiences.
Previous Experience at Pictage, Inc.
Kiefer was the Founder and CEO of Pictage, Inc. from 1999 to 2009, where he led the company to become a prominent ecommerce and fulfillment solution for professional wedding and portrait photographers in the United States. Under his leadership, Pictage achieved over $40 million in revenue before its acquisition by Apax Partners. He later served as Founder and Chairman from 2009 to 2011.
Co-founding Pixoto
Jason Kiefer co-founded Pixoto, an image marketplace and community for photographers, in 2011. The platform hosts over 6 million images for sale and provides a space for photographers to showcase their work. He served as Co-Founder and CEO until 2018, contributing to the growth of the photography community.
Educational Background
Kiefer studied at McGill University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus on Finance and International Business from 1989 to 1993. He later attended UCLA Anderson School of Management, achieving an MBA with a concentration in Entrepreneurship and High-Tech Marketing from 1997 to 1999.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
In addition to his roles at Sugarwish and Pictage, Jason Kiefer founded Growth Prospects, where he served as CEO from 2016 to 2021. He also held positions as a Board Member, Investor, and Advisor at Dealometer/Citizen Local from 2010 to 2011. His diverse experience reflects his commitment to entrepreneurship and innovation.