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Biography

Jay Woodruff is a senior editor at Fast Company. After helping launch the quarterly Doubletake, he joined Esquire and later held senior editorial positions at Entertainment Weekly and oversaw digital at Maxim, Blender and Stuff. His articles, essays and short stories have appeared in the New York Times, GQ, the Atlantic, Esquire, Story, Columbia Journalism Review, and other publications.

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Total articles 119

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  The most innovative companies in business services for 2025

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  Mar. 18, 2025

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  Behr Paint's 'To DIY For' gave amateur renovators a big opportunity

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  Dec. 10, 2024

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  Best Workplaces for Innovators 2024: Biotech

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  Sep. 10, 2024

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Fast Company

Fast Company is a prominent business magazine founded in 1995 by Louis Rossetto and Alan Webber. It aims to shape the conversation around business and success, focusing on innovation, technology, design, and entrepreneurship. The magazine has received several accolades, including two National Magazine Awards and a Gerald Loeb Award. Fast Company publishes content in both print and online formats, offering articles, interviews, and insights from industry leaders. It has a strong following among executives and entrepreneurs, making it a key resource for those interested in business trends and practices. Owned by Mansueto Ventures since 2005, Fast Company continues to influence discussions on the future of work and leadership.