Chad Hurley

Chad Hurley

Keynote Speaker: Founder & CEO, EyeTell, Inc; Founder & Former CEO, YouTube

Chad Hurley Biography

Chad Hurley is known for his significant role in the digital revolution of video sharing, having co-founded YouTube and served as its Chief Executive Officer. Prior to YouTube's inception, Hurley was part of eBay's PayPal division, contributing to his extensive experience in the tech industry. His expertise was particularly visible in his responsibility for the tagging and video-sharing features of YouTube, integral aspects that propelled the platform's success. In a monumental business move, Hurley sold YouTube to Google for a staggering $1.65 billion.

Post-YouTube, Hurley continued his ventures in the tech industry by co-founding MixBit, another video-sharing service that enables video editing via smartphones. His active participation in tech-based entrepreneurship and his deep understanding of user-friendly digital interfaces make him a leading figure in this field. Additionally, Hurley is the founder and CEO of EyeTell, Inc., a software development company currently in the early stages of development.

Beyond his tech pursuits, Hurley has also demonstrated a keen interest in sports, as evidenced by his diverse investments. He is a minority owner of the NBA's Golden State Warriors and the MLS' Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC). He also extended his investments to Formula One, being a major investor with the US F1 Team. Further showcasing his passion for sports, Hurley became an investor at Leeds United, the English Premier League football club, in partnership with the 49ers. His association with LAFC and his investment in Leeds United with the 49ers have not only diversified his portfolio but also underscored his understanding and appreciation of team dynamics and sportsmanship.

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Chad Hurley Speaking Topics

How an Artist Conquered Silicon Valley

With his fine arts degree in tow, Chad successfully launched one of the world's most popular sites, proving that creativity and marketing are just as powerful as the super knowledge of a computer engineer. Chad will discuss how his fine arts education and passion for design helped him to build YouTube.

The Entrepreneur's Question: What's Next?

As any successful entrepreneur will tell you, the thrill is in the search. Chad began his career as one of the 10 employees at PayPal, leaving to start-up YouTube and then launch MixBit. Chad will speak about the entrepreneur's drive to find the next big thing once you have had a taste of success and share his steps to execute your idea.

Finding the Golden Ticket

The key to a successful product is identifying a gap in the market and creating a product to address it. When Chad realized the Internet lacked a place to effectively distribute and share video, he created YouTube. His new endeavor, MixBit, was born from this philosophy, capitalizing on the absence of user-friendly tools to create content. Chad will discuss the challenges he faced launching YouTube and MixBit and share the lessons he's learned.

Chad Hurley Videos

Discovery 15: Chad Hurley Keynote (Best of Session) - YouTube
YouTube co-founder Chad Hurley - YouTube
IMS Engage 2014: Steve Aoki In Conversation With Chad Hurley ...

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What topics does Chad Hurley speak about?

Chad Hurley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Political, Social Media, Business, Business Leadership, Technology, Literary, Sports and Finance.

Where does Chad Hurley travel from?

Chad Hurley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Chad Hurley?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chad Hurley for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chad Hurley for your next private or corporate function.

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Chad Hurley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Political. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chad Hurley for live events is $100,000 - $200,000, and for virtual events $100,000 - $200,000. Chad Hurley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marc Randolph, Biz Stone and Daymond John. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chad Hurley for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/04/2024.

Chad Hurley Speaking Topics

  • How an Artist Conquered Silicon Valley

    With his fine arts degree in tow, Chad successfully launched one of the world's most popular sites, proving that creativity and marketing are just as powerful as the super knowledge of a computer engineer. Chad will discuss how his fine arts education and passion for design helped him to build YouTube.

  • The Entrepreneur's Question: What's Next?

    As any successful entrepreneur will tell you, the thrill is in the search. Chad began his career as one of the 10 employees at PayPal, leaving to start-up YouTube and then launch MixBit. Chad will speak about the entrepreneur's drive to find the next big thing once you have had a taste of success and share his steps to execute your idea.

  • Finding the Golden Ticket

    The key to a successful product is identifying a gap in the market and creating a product to address it. When Chad realized the Internet lacked a place to effectively distribute and share video, he created YouTube. His new endeavor, MixBit, was born from this philosophy, capitalizing on the absence of user-friendly tools to create content. Chad will discuss the challenges he faced launching YouTube and MixBit and share the lessons he's learned.

Chad Hurley Videos

Discovery 15: Chad Hurley Keynote (Best of Session) - YouTube
YouTube co-founder Chad Hurley - YouTube
IMS Engage 2014: Steve Aoki In Conversation With Chad Hurley ...

Chad Hurley News

  • How do I book Chad Hurley to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Chad Hurley for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Chad Hurley, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Chad Hurley or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Chad Hurley for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Chad Hurley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Chad Hurley are $100,000 - $200,000 for live events and $100,000 - $200,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Chad Hurley, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Chad Hurley speak about?

    Chad Hurley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Political, Social Media, Business, Business Leadership, Technology, Literary, Sports and Finance.
  • Where does Chad Hurley travel from?

    Chad Hurley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Chad Hurley?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Chad Hurley for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Chad Hurley for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Chad Hurley or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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