How I Built This with Guy Raz Eventbrite: Julia Hartz
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Feb 17, 2020 Julia Hartz, Co-founder and CEO of Eventbrite, shares her journey from developing TV shows to launching a global ticketing platform. She recounts a serendipitous encounter at a wedding that led her to pursue entrepreneurship with her partner. The conversation dives into the challenges of securing venture capital, especially as a married couple, and the resilience needed after numerous rejections. Julia also reflects on Eventbrite's growth from a small startup to a publicly-traded company, illustrating the passion and innovation that fueled their success.
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Terrifying Job at Friends
- Julia Hartz's job on the set of Friends was to answer the set phone, connecting callers to the person they wanted to speak with.
- This seemingly simple task was the most terrifying job she ever had due to the high-profile nature of the show and the callers.
Witnessing Jackass's Creation
- At MTV, Julia Hartz discovered her passion for development, which blended business and creative aspects.
- She was even present during the early stages of the show Jackass, witnessing its evolution from a demo tape to a full series.
Meeting Kevin
- Julia Hartz met her husband Kevin at a coworker's wedding where she was tasked to give a reading, despite not being religious.
- They connected after the ceremony, beginning a long-distance relationship with Kevin in the Bay Area and Julia working in LA.