Ted Leonsis is known as one of the country's premier businessmen holding numerous leadership positions at AOL in his 15-year tenure. He is also a professional sports team owner; Chairman of Clearspring Technologies and Revolution Money; a film producer; a private-angel investor; an active Board member; and a committed philanthropist.

Once a Magnet, Firm's Departure May Alter Local Tech Landscape

By Zachary A. Goldfarb and Kendra Marr
The Washington Post - February 18, 2008

Barry Schuler moved to Washington from Silicon Valley to join AOL during its golden days, one of the many top technology professionals the Internet giant recruited to the region. But when the former chief executive left in 2003, he returned to California to become an investor and start a technology company, following other executives who have drifted away from the region.