10 of the best things Evan Spiegel said on Snap's first ever earning call
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But the company's conference call with investors was also important because it was the public's first real chance to hear from Evan Spiegel, Snapchat's reclusive 26-year old cofounder and CEO.
Spiegel's reputation as a product visionary who has his finger on the pulse of the millennial generation has given him iconic status in the tech world.
While his big debut didn't impress everyone - CNBC's Jim Cramer blasted the young CEO by calling him "arrogant" - Spiegel's comments provide valuable insight into Snapchat's views of the competitive landscape, the big opportunities ahead and even the importance of puppy faces.
Here are some of Spiegel's best quotes from Snapchat's call:
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