Tobi Lütke

Tobi Lütke

entrepreneur Canada

Tobi Lütke is the founder and CEO of Shopify, a leading e-commerce platform that enables businesses to create online stores. Originally from Germany, Lütke moved to Canada where he launched Shopify in 2006, transforming it into one of the most valuable companies in the country. Under his leadership, Shopify has focused on empowering entrepreneurs and small businesses by providing accessible tools for online retail. Lütke is known for his progressive views on technology, commerce, and social issues, and has been an outspoken advocate for responsible business practices. Recently, he criticized both U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff threats and the Canadian government's willingness to impose retaliatory tariffs, highlighting his commitment to fair trade and economic collaboration.

Born on Jul 05, 1981 (44 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
161,801
Power
3,443$
Sentiment
5.56
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 2 7.00 0.18% +0% 38,005,238 69,798 $1,700,000 3,122$
Vietnam 1 5.00 0.09% +0% 97,338,583 92,002 $340,000 321$
Totals 3 135,343,821 161,800 $2,040,000 3,443$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Tobi Lütke is the CEO of Shopify and is involved in the investment in General Fusion. 7

The Globe and Mail: B.C.’s General Fusion to go public with SPAC deal

Canada Canada: Tobi Lutke is the co-founder and CEO of Shopify, who discussed the capabilities of AI assistants in a statement. 8

The Globe and Mail: Shopify embraces agentic AI with Google, Microsoft partnerships

Canada Canada: Tobi Lütke is the chief executive officer of Shopify and participated in the funding round for General Fusion. 8

The Globe and Mail: General Fusion quietly raises $51-million, months after facing cash crunch