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Corner Office Conversation with Naveen Tewari, founder and CEO of InMobi and Glance

Aug 18, 2025
Naveen Tewari, founder and CEO of InMobi and Glance, is a pioneer in mobile advertising and AI-driven platforms. He shares insights into his companies' journeys, including the shift from SMS search to mobile advertising and the revolutionary AI commerce model of Glance. Tewari discusses the strategic focus on North America and the importance of adaptability in tech. He predicts significant automation in software coding and emphasizes the role of advertising in keeping the internet accessible, all while embracing the challenges of entrepreneurship.
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ADVICE

See Opportunities Early And Pivot Fast

  • Go see market signals before they become obvious and be willing to pivot quickly when you're wrong.
  • Embrace early non-intuitive bets to build large scalable businesses.
INSIGHT

North America Is A Feature, Not A Risk

  • Dominating North America is necessary to build a global, world-class digital company.
  • A 60–75% revenue skew to North America is typical for successful digital firms.
ANECDOTE

Building Glance On The Lock Screen

  • Glance began as an AI-led content platform embedded on the smartphone lock screen and partnered with Google.
  • The product reached 400 million users and 300 million monthly active users across Asia.
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