Syed Balkhi

Syed Balkhi is the founder of WPBeginner, a company they started in 2009. In 2011, they went on to found Awesome Motive, Inc., where they serve as the CEO. Awesome Motive focuses on helping small businesses grow through powerful tools and training. Syed Balkhi also co-founded OptinMonster in 2013, a lead generation software that helps marketers convert website visitors into subscribers and customers. In that same year, they also co-founded MonsterInsights. In 2016, Balkhi co-founded WPForms, an online form builder for WordPress users. Additionally, Balkhi co-founded List25 in 2011, an entertainment and informational site with a popular YouTube channel.

Syed Balkhi received a Bachelors degree in Anthropology and Religion from the University of Florida, where they attended from 2007 to 2011.