Tim Barton

Tim Barton is an investor, entrepreneur, and creative technology strategist. Tim founded Freightquote in 1998 and grew it into the largest online freight brokerage, before selling it to a Fortune 200 company in 2015. Since then, Tim has founded Edison Factory, which creates and invests in startups focused on using technology to solve complex problems. He is widely acknowledged as a leader and innovator, having received numerous awards and recognition from Forbes Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Ernst and Young, and more. Tim holds an MS in Finance from Louisiana State University and a BS in Business from the University of Kansas. He is a recipient of the KU School of Business Distinguished Alumni Award and is a member of their Board of Advisors, as well as an advisor and strategist on several additional boards.