John Furrier

John Santopietro is a seasoned entrepreneur with a background in Computer Science and an MBA. With over 20 years of experience, he has led various successful ventures in the tech industry, ranging from startups to established companies.

Starting his career at IBM and Hewlett-Packard, John later transitioned into the world of entrepreneurship, founding and leading multiple technology-focused startups. His expertise lies in web development, infrastructure, search technologies, and software innovations.

John is widely recognized for his pioneering work in the podcasting space, having launched the first Silicon Valley startup VC podcast and a VC-funded podcast network. He has been at the forefront of cutting-edge technologies, even conceptualizing early ideas like keyword navigation to replace URLs in browsers and search engines.

Currently, John is driving a self-funded startup that focuses on media and software solutions in the cloud. His passion for creating innovative products that blend Media and Technology showcases his entrepreneurial spirit and vision for the future of tech.

Throughout his career, John has held key roles in various organizations, including being the Co-Founder, Executive Editor, and Co-CEO at SiliconANGLE Media, Inc. He has also served as the CEO of CrowdChat, Founder and CEO of PodTech, and Founder and CEO of Broadband Developments, Inc.

John's educational background includes studying Computer Science at St. Joseph Regional, earning a BS from Northeastern University, and completing an MBA at Babson College - Franklin W. Olin Graduate School of Business. His academic foundation complements his practical experiences in the tech industry, shaping him into a versatile and knowledgeable professional.