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Dhiraj Mukherjee is a renowned entrepreneur and tech pioneer, co-founder of Shazam, the iconic music recognition app with over two billion downloads worldwide. His leadership was instrumental in transforming Shazam into a global brand, culminating in its acquisition by Apple for approximately $400 million. Named one of Europe’s Top 50 technology entrepreneurs by the Financial Times, Mukherjee is now a Tech for Good investor and an international speaker on emerging technology, climate action, and the future workforce. With investments in over 250 cutting-edge startups, from climate tech to AI, including OpenAI, Mukherjee holds a unique vantage point on the future of business.
As a co-founder of Shazam, Dhiraj Mukherjee has become a visionary leader in tech and a highly impactful investor. During his time at Shazam, Mukherjee navigated two major financial crises, building a company that revolutionized the music industry and gained global recognition. Since Shazam’s acquisition, he has invested in hundreds of startups across sectors like climate technology and AI. His current focus is on social-impact investing, supporting tech companies striving for positive change. Before Shazam, Mukherjee advised major global companies like PWC, Unilever, and Citibank. Additionally, he holds an MBA from Stanford and a BA from Dartmouth College, where his passion for innovation and social responsibility first took root.
Dhiraj Mukherjee’s conferences combine his first-hand experience in building successful businesses with his perspective as a Tech for Good investor. His engaging style, full of practical insights and humor, covers topics like innovation, adapting to change, and leading in high-growth environments. Mukherjee inspires leaders to dream big and create agile organizations capable of anticipating the future and thriving in it. With a focus on emerging tech and climate action, his talks offer unique insights into navigating uncertainty and achieving success in times of rapid change.
Drawing from his experience at Shazam and his journey as an investor in over 250 startups, Dhiraj Mukherjee explores how today’s leaders can transform their organizations and adapt to an uncertain future. He emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, leading with curiosity, and shares proven methods for reinventing businesses and building resilience. Mukherjee believes that the key is embracing uncertainty, developing skills in areas where we are not yet proficient, and driving evolution within people and organizations.
Mukherjee shares the story of Shazam, from its inception in 2000—before smartphones existed—to its acquisition by Apple in 2018. He highlights the challenges faced, from the dot-com crash to the global financial crisis, and how the team turned their initial idea into an iconic brand. This talk reveals lessons in perseverance, teamwork, and resilience, applicable to any business aiming to redefine its industry.
Just as Shazam transformed the music industry, emerging technology and generative AI (GenAI) are revolutionizing the future of business. Mukherjee explores how organizations can thrive amid uncertainty by designing fluid structures that adapt to rapid changes. Drawing on his experience as a founder and investor, Mukherjee shares strategies to embed innovation and foresight, providing a guide to leading in an age of hypergrowth.
If you’re looking for an inspiring, transformative talk on tech innovation, organizational resilience, and future-ready leadership, you can book Dhiraj Mukherjee through Thinking Heads. As one of the foremost figures in technology and social impact, Dhiraj offers expert insights on building adaptable businesses and thriving in a rapidly evolving landscape. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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