Dhiraj Mukherjee

Co-Founder of Shazam & "Tech for Good" Investor

Dhiraj Mukherjee is founder of Shazam Entertainment, the world's first mobile phone-based music recognition service. Shazam was acquired by Apple in 2017 for a reported $400 million. He is now an active angel investor focused on emerging technologies and "Tech for Good".

"Recognised by the Financial Times as one of Europe's Top 50 technology entrepreneurs in 2015"

In detail

In 2000, Dhiraj co-founded Shazam, the world's first mobile phone-based music recognition service. He raised £600,000 in seed funding and over £10m in venture capital investment. Dhiraj has been on the Board of Shazam since 2004, and is actively engaged in shaping overall product and corporate strategy. Dhiraj was previously Head of Banking Innovation at Virgin Money, where he was responsible for developing and implementing disruptive new digital banking products. He also worked in strategy and innovation roles within several other disruptive and high growth companies including Bauer Media, Infosys Limited, ?What If!, Reuters and Save the Children. Dhiraj has a degree in Mathematical Economics and an MBA in Business.

What he offers you

Dhiraj shares with audiences the fascinating story of Shazam, one of pure innovation, foresight, and friendship. From his experience at Shazam, Dhiraj learned first-hand that the best way to predict the future is to create it. Now he invests in mission-driven companies aiming to create a better future for the planet. His work with the next generation of entrepreneurs gives him a unique look over the horizon. His keynotes help leaders build their view of tomorrow's opportunities.

How he presents

Dhiraj's presentations, filled with his infectious entrepreneurial spirit are fascinating and highly inspirational. A charming, witty and genuine speaker, Dhiraj knows exactly how to captivate his audience.

Languages

He presents in English, French and Bengali.

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