Instagram boss Adam Mosseri recently chose to open up about his unassuming beginnings in a recent post on Threads.
Adam Mosseri is the head of Instagram, a position he has held since October 2018.
Before his career in tech, he had humble beginnings in the hospitality sector, working as a bartender and waiter.
He graduated from New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study with a bachelor's degree in Information Design in 2005.
In 2002, while at university, he founded his design consultancy called Blank Mosseri.
Mosseri also worked as a part-time professor at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco.
In 2008, his career took a significant turn when he was hired as a product designer at Facebook, a move that marked his entry into the tech industry.
Over the next decade, Mosseri steadily climbed the corporate ladder at Facebook, showcasing his talent and dedication.
His journey within the company led to him eventually becoming the head of Instagram, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the platform's direction and success.