Jon Fortt is an American journalist and co-anchor for CNBC.
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Best Known For:The television program Closing Bell Overtime
Breakthrough:Joined CNBC as a technology correspondent in 2010
10 Quick Facts About Jon Fortt
- Full Name: Jon Fortt
- Nationality: American
- Profession: News anchor and journalist
- Known For: The television program Closing Bell Overtime
- Current Role: Co-anchor
- Current Employer: CNBC
- Date of Birth: December 12, 1976
- Age: 49 years old
- Place of Birth: United States
- Marital Status: Married
Jon Fortt Age
Jon Fortt is 49 years old. He was born on December 12, 1976, and his zodiac sign is Sagittarius.
Education
He attended DePauw University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing.
- DePauw University
- Qualification: Bachelor of Arts
- Field of Study: English Writing
- Period: 1998
Career & Work
Jon Fortt's career includes news and reporting roles with CNBC and Fortune.
Organization: CNBC
Role: Co-anchor
Period: 2010–Present
Details: New Jersey · Relocated to headquarters in 2013.
Organization: Fortune
Role: Senior Writer
Period: 2007–2010
Organization: San Jose Mercury News
Role: Technology Reporter
Period: 1999–2006
Details: Silicon Valley
Rise to Fame
Jon Fortt rose to prominence for his role for the podcast Fortt Knox.
Notable Works
- Podcast: Fortt Knox (Host/Creator, 2016-Present) — Technology and leadership interview brand
Notable Coverage
- TechCheck - CNBC - Focused on technology and business innovation
Awards & Achievements
- Young Alumni Award — DePauw University — Professional achievement in journalism.
Lesser Known Facts
- Fortt created 'The Black Experience in America: The Course' to facilitate discussion on racial issues.
Personal Information
- Full Name: Jon Fortt
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: News anchor and journalist
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: December 12, 1976
- Age: 49
- Birthday: December 12
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius
- Place of Birth: United States
Measurements
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Marital Status: Married
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Online Presence
- Website:http://forttmedia.com
