Chris Wanstrath

Chris Wanstrath

Chris Wanstrath (#2895)

  • $ 1 B
  • software
  • United States
  • M
  • 41 Years

About Me

Chris Wanstrath cofounded software development platform GitHub in 2008. Microsoft acquired the company for $7.5 billion in an all-stock deal in 2018. Wanstrath was the firm's largest individual shareholder. In 2023, he cofounded a "developer-friendly" indie video game publisher called Null. He serves on the board of the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, CA.
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Achievements

Career Highlights

A snapshot of the defining milestones, leadership decisions, and breakthroughs that shaped Chris Wanstrath’s rise and global influence.

  • #2858   Billionaires (2026)
  •   30 Under 30 - Enterprise Technology (2013)

Wealth Growth

Net Worth Growth Over Time

Tracking Chris Wanstrath’s net worth journey over the years, highlighting key growth phases and financial milestones.

Current Net Worth: $1.3B (May 4, 2026)