Marc Randolph is the co-founder and first CEO of Netflix. He's also a serial entrepreneur, national bestselling author, executive mentor, and angel investor. At Netflix, Marc played a crucial role in establishing a service that now boasts over 200 million subscribers and transformed media consumption. He served on Netflix's board of directors until his retirement in 2003.
Marc's entrepreneurial career spans four decades, during which he has founded or co-founded six successful startups and mentored numerous early-stage entrepreneurs. As an investor, he has supported many tech ventures, both successful and unsuccessful. Most recently, he co-founded Looker Data Sciences, an analytics software company acquired by Google in 2019 for $2.6 billion. He currently serves on the boards of Solo Brands, Augment Technologies, Dishcraft Technologies, and the Truckee Donner Land Trust.
In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Marc authored the bestselling memoir, "That Will Never Work: The Birth of Netflix and The Amazing Life of an Idea", which shares the story behind Netflix's inception. He hosts the top-10 Apple podcast "That Will Never Work", where he provides one-on-one mentoring to entrepreneurs. Marc is also a judge and investor on Entrepreneur Magazine’s Elevator Pitch web series.
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What topics does Marc Randolph specialise in?
Marc Randolph specialises in talking about entrepreneurship, media streaming, angel investing and more.
What is Marc Randolph's speaking style like?
Marc captivates audiences with his storytelling and insightful lessons, blending logic and entertainment. His thought-provoking keynotes and unique perspectives make him a highly sought-after speaker across various industries. AI summary based on real event feedback.
Does Marc Randolph offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Marc Randolph offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.