"Figma burst into the public eye in 2022 after Adobe was blocked from buying the design startup for $20 billion. This chapter set the stage for an even bigger milestone at Figma: a splashy IPO this summer at nearly double that valuation. Cofounder and CEO Dylan Field shares what distinguishes Figma from competitors, and why design is increasingly at the center of every industry in today's software-driven economy."
"I've been really proud of the team. I think nothing's really changed in terms of our focus. I think the day itself was not just a celebration of Figma, but a celebration of design and for design to go public in that way. I felt very honored to be able to be part of that day. Hanging from the walls at the New York Stock Exchange we had the words, "Design is everyone's business.""
Figma gained major attention in 2022 when Adobe's attempt to acquire the company for $20 billion was blocked. The company later launched a public offering that valued Figma at nearly double that earlier figure, approaching $30 billion. Cofounder and CEO Dylan Field emphasizes that Figma remains focused on its core mission and product differentiation despite the acquisition episode. The IPO functioned as a celebration of design and reinforced the idea that design plays a central role across industries in a software-driven economy. Company leadership expressed pride in the team and continuity of focus during the transition.
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