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Former Chief Business Officer at Uber | Chairman & CEO of DPCM Capital | Tech Innovator & Visionary | Expert in Business Strategy, Leadership, & Hypergrowth

Emil Michael Speaking Fee: $75,000 to $100,000

Former Chief Business Officer at Uber | Chairman & CEO of DPCM Capital | Tech Innovator & Visionary | Expert in Business Strategy, Leadership, & Hypergrowth

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Emil Michael
Speaking Fee:
$75,000 to $100,000

Travels From:
SFO - San Francisco

Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship

Secondary Topic Category:
Leadership and Management

 

Emil Michael Speaker Profile: At A Glance

One of the tech world’s most-lauded leaders, entrepreneurs and deal-makers, Emil Michael gained fame as Travis Kalanick’s right-hand man, leading Uber to become the most valuable private tech company in history. A legendary deal-maker and negotiator behind the most successful exits in entrepreneurial history, Michael has been instrumental in raising over $25 billion in capital, and the creation of $100 billion in market value for high-impact technology businesses. Michael shares an inspirational story of immigrant roots, relentless determination, successful entrepreneurship and what it takes to disrupt, innovate, lead, and rise to the top.

Emil Michael is a prominent figure in the technology and business world, widely recognized for his pivotal role as the former Chief Business Officer at Uber. During his tenure at Uber from 2013 to 2017, Michael played a crucial role in the company's rapid expansion and monumental growth. He was instrumental in raising nearly $15 billion in capital, leading Uber's expansion from 50 cities to over 1,000 cities across 70 countries. His strategic vision and leadership were key in transforming Uber into one of the most valuable private tech companies in history. Before joining Uber, Michael was the Chief Operating Officer at Klout, a social media analytics company that he helped scale significantly, culminating in its sale to Lithium Technologies for approximately $200 million in 2014. His career began at Goldman Sachs, where he worked in the Investment Banking Division. He later served as a White House Fellow, working closely with Secretary of Defense Robert Gates on critical projects in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Pakistan. Michael also contributed to significant budget efficiency initiatives at the Pentagon. Michael's entrepreneurial journey includes his time at Tellme Networks, a pioneer in speech recognition technology, where he helped the company weather the 2000 tech bust and eventually facilitated its sale to Microsoft for $800 million. He is currently the Chairman and CEO of DPCM Capital, a role that allows him to leverage his extensive experience in venture capital and strategic advisory. Michael also serves on the boards of several high-profile technology companies, further cementing his influence in the tech industry. A Harvard University graduate with a J.D. from Stanford Law School, Michael is a sought-after speaker and advisor. He frequently shares his insights on business strategy, leadership, and innovation at major conferences and through various media outlets. His contributions to the field have earned him accolades, including being named one of Fast Company’s “100 Most Creative People in Business.” Through his work, Michael continues to inspire and guide the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders.
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