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    Daniel Ek

    Founder, CEO, Chairman, and Director at Spotify Technology SA
    Board
    Since July 21, 2008
    Age
    41 years
    Tenure
    Began by founding Spotify in 2006, joined the board on July 21, 2008, and later assumed the roles of CEO and Chairman in 2016.

    Also at Spotify Technology SA

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    Alex Norström
    Co-President and Chief Business Officer
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    Christian Luiga
    Chief Financial Officer
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    Dustee Jenkins
    Chief Public Affairs Officer

    About

    Daniel Ek is an influential entrepreneur known for his transformative role in the digital music industry. At 41 years old , he has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership and a strong commitment to innovation.

    He founded Spotify in 2006 and joined its board on July 21, 2008. Over time, he evolved within the company, eventually taking on the responsibilities of CEO and Chairman to steer Spotify’s growth and strategic direction from within.

    Prior to his work at Spotify, he was active in the tech and digital advertising realms, founding Advertigo—which was later acquired by Tradedoubler—and holding senior positions at Tradera and Stardoll. In addition to his commitment to Spotify, he has also ventured into other business arenas by co-founding Prima Materia in 2021.

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    Past Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    AdvertigoFounderN/AFounded Advertigo, an online advertising company that was later acquired by Tradedoubler
    TraderaVarious Senior RolesN/AHeld senior roles at Tradera, a Nordic auction company that was later acquired by eBay
    StardollChief Technology OfficerN/AServed as CTO at Stardoll, a fashion and entertainment community

    External Roles

    OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
    Private CompaniesBoard MemberPresentServes on boards of directors of several private companies (specific organizations not provided)