VCID: 40401
Profile
Bio
Entrepreneur and investor who founded Atomico in 2006. Previously co-founded and managed technology companies including Skype, Kazaa, Joost and Joltid. Prior to Skype, co-founded and served as CEO of Kazaa, which became the world’s most downloaded internet software in 2003, and a number of other technology companies including Joltid in 2001. Before following his entrepreneurial ambitions, was CEO of the European portal, everyday.com. Began his professional career at Tele2, a pioneering competitive phone company in Europe. Co-founded Zennström Philanthropies, where he is actively involved in combating climate change, improving the state of the Baltic Sea and encouraging social entrepreneurship. Currently sits on the boards of Atomico portfolio companies including Rovio, Fon, and Jolicloud. Holds dual degrees in Business and MSc Engineering Physics/Computer Science from Uppsala University in Sweden, and spent his final year at the University of Michigan.
Career
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Atomico Ventures - founder |
