Matt Hagger

Speaker Summary

Matt Hagger is an English-born serial entrepreneur and investor renowned for his visionary leadership in the technology industry. With a remarkable track record of founding and scaling startups, Matt’s journey began at the age of 21 when he founded E-Man in London, a venture that quickly expanded its footprint to San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Sofia.

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Empowerment

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An adept creator and strategist, Matt’s entrepreneurial prowess led him to develop children’s properties for industry giants like Disney, Nickelodeon, and Paramount, solidifying his reputation as a dynamic innovator.
Matt’s contributions to the entrepreneurial ecosystem have been recognized with the 2021 Olympic award for technology and the SMART award from Cambridge University Science Park, highlighting his commitment to fostering innovation in real-time technology and later through mentorship among Cambridge undergraduate entrepreneurs and academics alike.

As President of E-Man Asset Management Ltd, Matt oversees a diverse investment portfolio, boasting 15 graduated companies under management. With a keen eye for emerging opportunities, he has successfully led three startup exits, further cementing his status as a seasoned investor and industry leader. Currently, Matt is spearheading TaleTree, a pioneering venture founded in Silicon Valley focused on establishing a global community and virtual landscape for children, organizations and educators. Simultaneously, he serves on the board of companies spanning London, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, and Dubai, where his strategic insights continue to drive growth and innovation.

Matt’s impact extends beyond business, as he remains deeply committed to empowering the next generation. Through TaleTree, he aims to provide children worldwide with a nurturing platform for social emotional learning through creative exploration, forging impactful partnerships with organizations and educators to shape the future of education. With a relentless drive for innovation and a passion for making a difference, Matt Hagger continues to push the boundaries of possibility, while inspiring others to do the same.