Michelle Kennedy

Michelle Kennedy, the founder and CEO of Peanut, has transformed the social landscape for women’s life stages. With over 5m members, Peanut has grown rapidly earning accolades such as Apple’s Best Apps of 2021, TIME’s Most Influential Companies of 2022, and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2023. Prior to building Peanut, Michelle held the pivotal role of Deputy CEO at Badoo, the dating powerhouse. Her tenure at Badoo was marked by significant achievements, including her role on Bumble’s board. Bumble’s later IPO’d, valuing the company at $13 billion. With over a decade of experience in social networking, Michelle brings an unparalleled depth of knowledge to the challenges and nuances of creating a safe, growth-oriented platform for women. Her commitment to Peanut’s mission—connecting women during their most pivotal life moments—continues to drive the platform’s evolution and success.