Michael Dorf (entrepreneur)

Michael Dorf
Born	April 7, 1962 Milwaukee, WI
Occupation	Entrepreneur, Businessman, Concert Promoter
Years active	1985 - Present

Michael Dorf is an American entrepreneur. A native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he founded the Knitting Factory, a New York City music performance venue, and City Winery, a chain of restaurants that feature live music and wine.

In 1986, at the age of 23, Dorf started the Knitting Factory in the East Village. The Knitting Factory later became a widely known club for jazz and rock music. A spin-off entertainment company, KnitMedia, eventually established various record labels. In 2002, Dorf lost the company.

In 1996, Dorf founded the Digital Club Network with partner Andrew Rasiej. The business grew and was eventually acquired by eMusic Group.

Dorf has produced a number of tribute concerts. Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, and R.E.M. are among the artists who have been featured at Dorf's tribute events. Dorf has also planned benefits for Central Park’s SummerStage.

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