Founded in 1997 by Bob Parsons as Jomax Technologies, GoDaddy is a leading web platform for small businesses, headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. Its core mission is to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners by providing comprehensive online solutions. GoDaddy offers a range of products and services including domain registration, web hosting, SSL certificates, and website builders, catering to a global market. The company is publicly traded on the NYSE under the ticker GDDY and is a component of the S&P 400.
Notable figures associated with GoDaddy include Chairman Brian Sharples and CEO Aman Bhutani. The company has achieved significant milestones, such as becoming the world's largest ICANN-accredited domain registrar and generating a revenue of $4.25 billion in 2023. GoDaddy's impact is profound, supporting millions of small businesses worldwide with industry-leading customer service available 24/7/365, thereby solidifying its position as a pivotal player in the internet and IT consulting industry.