Andrew Keen
Andrew Keen is a seasoned Bay Area entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in launching and managing internet start-ups.
He has a strong background in the digital media industry, having founded Audiocafe.com in 1995 and been involved in various senior roles in start-ups like Aftertv, Pulse3D, and Santa Cruz Networks.
Currently, Andrew is the CEO and founder of NOW.tv, a cutting-edge video streaming platform focusing on curating and distributing premium online content.
Apart from his entrepreneurial ventures, Andrew Keen is well-known globally as a technology commentator, writer, filmmaker, podcaster, and a sought-after public speaker.
He gained further recognition when GQ magazine included him in their prestigious list of the '100 Most Connected Men' in 2015.
Andrew's educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of London and a Master's degree in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley.
Throughout his career, he has held key positions in prominent organizations like KEEN ON, TV-now.com, Andrew Keen Productions, FutureCast, TechCrunch, and now.tv.
As a versatile professional, Andrew has authored several acclaimed books including 'Cult of the Amateur,' 'Digital Vertigo,' 'The Internet Is Not The Answer,' and 'How to Fix the Future.'
Episode 2191: Why the future has to be built by innovators, rather than just hoped for by optimists, by @ajkeen @kteare https://t.co/ste2wQHtuQ