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Chris Barton

Chris Barton | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform seemingly impossible technological challenges into groundbreaking solutions that change how people interact with the world with Chris Barton, speaker, founder and creator of Shazam.
Chris Barton | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Disruption
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Chris Barton
Chris Barton | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform seemingly impossible technological challenges into groundbreaking solutions that change how people interact with the world with Chris Barton, speaker, founder and creator of Shazam.
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The feedback has been phenomenal…the way you wove together your entrepreneurial journey, lessons from founding Shazam, and insights about AI-driven innovation kept everyone thoroughly engaged. | | AWS | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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Chris Barton Speaker Biography

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About Chris Barton

Creator of Shazam music recognition app
Technology innovator with twelve patents
Early leader at Google and Dropbox
Chris Barton, founder and creator of Shazam, transforms seemingly impossible technological challenges into groundbreaking solutions that change how people interact with the world around them.

As the visionary behind Shazam, Chris developed an app downloaded over 2 billion times before becoming Apple's sixth-largest acquisition. His innovation portfolio includes 12 patents, with one incorporated into Google's search algorithm. Chris also held pivotal roles as Google's first mobile-focused employee and among Dropbox's initial 100 team members.

Chris helps organizations navigate technological transformation by demonstrating how persistence and innovative thinking overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. His journey with Shazam—from concept to global phenomenon—provides a blueprint for identifying market gaps and creating solutions that anticipate consumer needs. His current venture, Guard, applies AI to detect drowning in swimming pools, showcasing his commitment to life-changing applications.

Audiences leave Chris's presentations with practical frameworks for fostering innovation within existing structures, strategies for persevering through expert skepticism, and techniques for identifying friction points that represent business opportunities. His personal story of leveraging dyslexia as a strength particularly resonates with diverse teams.

Book Chris to inspire your team with a proven innovator who transforms "impossible" challenges into world-changing opportunities.
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PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Chris Barton available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Chris Barton's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Chris directly.

What topics does Chris Barton specialise in?  

Chris Barton specialises in discussing shazam, technological transformation, innovation strategies and more.

What is Chris Barton's speaking style like?  

Chris delivers engaging, cinematic presentations that connect deeply with diverse audiences. His talks are inspiring, practical, and relatable, blending compelling storytelling with clear business insights and innovative examples.

Does Chris Barton offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Chris Barton offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Chris Barton, founder of Shazam and holder of 12 patents, transforms seemingly impossible technological challenges into groundbreaking solutions that have impacted billions of users worldwide. Book this visionary innovator to inspire your team with practical frameworks for fostering innovation and strategies for turning obstacles into world-changing opportunities.
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The feedback has been phenomenal…the way you wove together your entrepreneurial journey, lessons from founding Shazam, and insights about AI-driven innovation kept everyone thoroughly engaged. | | AWS | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
Your presentation at PDW was not just a highlight—it was a visionary revelation. It left us inspired and eager to embrace the future. The way you blended your life and Shazam story with a masterclass in innovation[...] | President | DPI Canada |
That was one of the best speeches I've ever heard - the story was incredibly compelling, the messages resonated, the format - slide/music/video - was engaging. just a total home run! | VP & GM | BMC Software |
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Your energy was so very encouraging and inspirational; you took a hugely successful big idea and made it relatable to a very diverse, cross-section of our colleagues who were present. You rock, Brother! | President | Dominion Energy |
The feedback has been phenomenal…the way you wove together your entrepreneurial journey, lessons from founding Shazam, and insights about AI-driven innovation kept everyone thoroughly engaged. | | AWS | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
Chris's talk was wonderful on many levels. He connected great with the audience, provided clear practical examples from his business journey, and I really loved the cinematic experience. His keynote was the best I have experienced and we see from the feedback [...] | Small Business Innovations, Slovakia | |
The feedback has been phenomenal…the way you wove together your entrepreneurial journey, lessons from founding Shazam, and insights about AI-driven innovation kept everyone thoroughly engaged. | | AWS | https://peptalk-static-assets.s3.eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/speech-bubble-2.webp
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