Chad Hurley

Chad Hurley is a pioneering figure in the technology sector, best known for co-founding YouTube, the global phenomenon that transformed video consumption and became the world’s largest video-sharing platform. He began his career at PayPal as the company’s first designer, where he played a key role in developing the interface for the nascent payment service. Following the success of YouTube, he co-founded AVOS, a platform dedicated to the creation and development of mobile applications. His influence extends beyond the initial launch of his ventures; he has been instrumental in exploring new frontiers in digital strategy and social media integration. He remains an active figure in the tech community, having invested in and advised several successful startups and sports franchises, including his involvement with the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Football Club. This breadth of experience allows him to address the evolving nature of digital business and the mechanics of scaling a global brand. On stage, Hurley provides an authoritative perspective on the rise of digital disruption and the necessity of constant innovation to maintain a competitive advantage. Audiences book him for his ability to break down the complexities of user behaviour and content strategy into clear lessons for the modern corporate world. On stage, Chad Hurley is best known for talks on Digital Business & Strategy. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Chad Hurley is regularly booked for Business Speaker and Conference Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Chad Hurley travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Chad Hurley would approach your audience.