Jay Steinfeld has been a web retailer since 1996 when he launched his first web site. The success of that site prompted him to sell his window coverings stores and become an online-only merchant. Today, his company has revenue in excess of $50 million a year, led by flagship site, Blinds.com, No. 186 on the Internet Retailer Guide to the Top 500, and the 10th fastest growing site on the list. Jay earned a BBA in Accounting with Honors from the University of Texas, Austin. He has worked for KPMG Peat, Marwick, and was vice-president, finance of the national franchise Meineke Discount Mufflers.