Jason M. Gardner net worth and biography

Jason Gardner Biography and Net Worth

Founder & Director of Marqeta

Jason Gardner is the Founder of Marqeta, Inc. and served as CEO from 2010-2023, leading the company through its IPO on the NASDAQ in June 2021 before transitioning into the Executive Chairman role from January 2023 – June 2024. Mr. Gardner holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Arizona State University. In his role as Chairperson of the Payments Innovation Committee, starting June 2024, Jason guides the committee in oversight of Marqeta's approach to innovation and technology.

Marqeta is Jason’s third company. He co-founded PropertyBridge, which was acquired by MoneyGram International (MGI) in 2007. Before PropertyBridge, he founded Vertical Think, an IT management company that worked with start-ups and larger organizations.

What is Jason M. Gardner's net worth?: The estimated net worth of Jason M. Gardner is at least $72.15 million as of September 2nd, 2025. Mr. Gardner owns 15,367,373 shares of Marqeta stock worth more than $72,149,816 as of December 4th. This net worth approximation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Gardner may own. Additionally, Mr. Gardner receives an annual salary of $600,760.00 as Founder & Director at Marqeta. Learn More about Jason M. Gardner's net worth.
How old is Jason M. Gardner?: Mr. Gardner is currently 54 years old. There are 6 older executives and no younger executives at Marqeta. The oldest executive at Marqeta is Mr. Simon Khalaf, CEO & Director, who is 58 years old. Learn More on Jason M. Gardner's age.
What is Jason M. Gardner's salary?: As the Founder & Director of Marqeta, Inc., Mr. Gardner earns $600,760.00 per year. There are 5 executives that earn more than Mr. Gardner. The highest earning executive at Marqeta is Mr. Simon Khalaf, CEO & Director, who commands a salary of $1,280,000.00 per year. Learn More on Jason M. Gardner's salary.
How do I contact Jason M. Gardner?: The corporate mailing address for Mr. Gardner and other Marqeta executives is 180 GRAND AVENUE 6TH FLOOR, OAKLAND CA, 94612. Marqeta can also be reached via phone at 888-462-7738 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Jason M. Gardner's contact information.
Has Jason M. Gardner been buying or selling shares of Marqeta?: Jason M. Gardner has not been actively trading shares of Marqeta over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, Jason M. Gardner sold 31,627 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Tuesday, September 2nd. The shares were sold at an average price of $6.26, for a transaction totalling $197,985.02. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 15,367,373 shares of the company's stock, valued at $96,199,754.98. Learn More on Jason M. Gardner's trading history.
Who are Marqeta's active insiders?: Marqeta's insider roster includes Martha Cummings (Director), Jason Gardner (Founder & Director), Randall Kern (insider), Judson Linville (Director), Todd Pollak (CRO), and Seth Weissman (Insider). Learn More on Marqeta's active insiders.
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Marqeta?: During the last year, insiders at the sold shares 3 times. They sold a total of 2,398,120 shares worth more than $15,836,576.69. The most recent insider tranaction occured on September, 2nd when Director Jason M Gardner sold 31,627 shares worth more than $197,985.02. Insiders at Marqeta own 12.6% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Marqeta.
Information on this page was last updated on 9/2/2025.

Jason M. Gardner Insider Trading History at Marqeta

Transaction Date	Buy/Sell	Number of Shares	Average Share Price	Total Transaction	Shares Held After Transaction	Details
9/2/2025	Sell	31,627	$6.26	$197,985.02	15,367,373
8/7/2025	Sell	2,250,000	$6.63	$14,917,500.00	15,399,000

Jason M. Gardner Buying and Selling Activity at Marqeta

Marqeta Company Overview

Marqeta, Inc. operates a cloud-based open application programming interface platform that delivers card issuing and transaction processing services. It offers its solutions in various verticals, including financial services, on-demand services, expense management, and e-commerce enablement, as well as buy now, pay later. Marqeta, Inc. was incorporated in 2010 and is headquartered in Oakland, California.

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Jason Gardner Biography and Net Worth

What is Jason M. Gardner's net worth?

How old is Jason M. Gardner?

What is Jason M. Gardner's salary?

How do I contact Jason M. Gardner?

Has Jason M. Gardner been buying or selling shares of Marqeta?

Who are Marqeta's active insiders?

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Marqeta?