Marc Randolph

Marc Randolph
Co-founder of Netflix & Startup Mentor

Marc Randolph is a seasoned entrepreneur, innovation advisor, and co-founder of Netflix, one of the most transformative companies in modern media. As Netflix’s first CEO, Randolph laid the foundation for a company that revolutionized how the world consumes content. His early work in product development, branding, and subscriber growth set the stage for Netflix’s meteoric rise from DVD mail service to streaming juggernaut.

A lifelong innovator, Randolph has founded or co-founded more than half a dozen startups. He is the author of the acclaimed memoir That Will Never Work, which chronicles the birth of Netflix and offers hard-earned insights into launching and scaling disruptive businesses. His follow-up work continues to focus on mentoring entrepreneurs, angel investing, and helping organizations foster a culture of experimentation and risk-taking.

Randolph is a captivating storyteller and highly sought-after speaker on entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, and startup culture. With honesty, humor, and clarity, he unpacks what it takes to bring big ideas to life - and the perseverance needed to turn early-stage chaos into sustainable success.

He has worked with companies around the globe to inspire intrapreneurship and agility, drawing on over 40 years of experience in Silicon Valley. His keynotes are not just about Netflix - they're about the mindset and process behind launching something bold and new, and they resonate deeply with founders, corporate teams, and leaders navigating change.

Marc Randolph's journey is proof that disruption is not reserved for the lucky few. It is the result of relentless testing, clear values, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.


Expertise: Business & Leadership Corporate Strategy Entrepreneurship Finance & Investment Technology & Innovation
Languages: English
Country: United States

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