Who is Noel Biderman, the CEO of Ashley Madison?

Noel Biderman is a Canadian entrepreneur who gained notoriety as the CEO of Avid Life Media, the parent company of Ashley Madison, an online dating service marketed to people who are married or in relationships. Founded in 2001, Ashley Madison became widely known for its slogan "Life is short. Have an affair." Biderman, who served as the face of the company, frequently defended the site's premise as a safe alternative for those looking to engage in extramarital affairs. His tenure as CEO was marked by controversy, climaxing with a high-profile data breach in 2015 that exposed personal information of millions of users. Following the aftermath of the scandal, Noel Biderman stepped down from his position as CEO.