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Marc Randolph

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Transform business innovation with Marc Randolph, speaker, Netflix co-founder and entrepreneurship expert. Marc works with organizations to develop startup mindsets, scale ventures, and navigate digital disruption, sharing insights from his bestselling memoir and successful tech investments.

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Co-founder and first CEO of Netflix
Author of the bestselling memoir "That Will Never Work"
Founded or co-founded six other successful startups

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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That Will Never Work: The Birth Of Netflix

In his engaging talk, Netflix founder Marc Randolph recounts the remarkable journey of how a group of dreamers transformed a flawed idea into a company that toppled Blockbuster. Through captivating anecdotes, he highlights the importance of innovation, persistence, and optimism during those formative years. Attendees will gain insights into Netflix's success, including its focus on analytics, unique corporate culture, and unwavering commitment to focus, leaving them inspired and equipped with practical strategies for overcoming adversity.

Fireside Chat With Marc Randolph

In a conversational session, Marc Randolph will explore various topics, including the inception of Netflix, entrepreneurship, and innovation. He will discuss insights from his bestselling book, "That Will Never Work", and share lessons on persistence, optimism, leadership, and company culture. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge from Marc's experiences with successes and failures at Netflix and beyond, as well as his views on environmental advocacy and achieving balance in business.

Why We Recommend Booking Marc

Book Marc Randolph to inspire your team with insights from his Netflix journey and entrepreneurial expertise. His unique experiences and practical advice will empower your business to innovate, adapt, and thrive in today’s competitive landscape. Don’t miss the chance to learn from a true industry pioneer.

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Marc Randolph spoke at many CIOsynergy conferences through North America and he was an outstanding speaker. His thought provoking keynotes have underlined Marc as one of our most demanded keynotes.

Nepal, CEO & Founder

CEO & Founder, CIOSynergy

Marc is a great storyteller with lessons that can be applied to all business; from startups to legacy brands. He is logical, down-to-earth and entertaining. His personal stories demonstrate a unique perspective on transforming mindsets on behalf of companies and brands in an ever-evolving digital age.

Keith

Director of Customer Experience, Aflac

Marc Randolph's presentation is the best we've had. We've brought in some of the biggest names you can imagine and they don't hold a candle to him. He's a must see for any audience.

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Marc Randolph specialises in discussing entrepreneurship, media streaming, angel investing and more.

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Marc delivers engaging, down-to-earth presentations filled with practical lessons and personal stories. His logical, entertaining style resonates with diverse audiences, making complex ideas accessible and inspiring business transformation.

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