Mena Trott revolutionized online publishing as the cofounder of Six Apart, the company behind some of the most influential blogging platforms in internet history. Her work fundamentally transformed how people share ideas, connect, and publish content online, earning her recognition as a founder of the blog revolution that democratized digital publishing.

Speaking at TED2006 during the height of the blogging boom, Trott helped establish the foundation for today's creator economy and social media landscape. Through Six Apart's platforms, she enabled millions of users to find their voice online and build communities around shared interests and experiences.

Her contributions to the early internet helped shape the participatory web culture we know today, where anyone can become a publisher and reach global audiences.