
David Shim
Former CEO of FourSquare, founder of Read AI. Sold his startup to Snapchat for $200M.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 47min
Give me 24mins, and I'll teach you how to conquer constant rejection to win (by AI CEO David Shim)
David Shim, the former CEO of FourSquare and founder of Read AI, shares his remarkable journey, including selling his startup to Snapchat for $200M. He candidly discusses embracing rejection as a pathway to growth, emphasizing resilience and adaptability in entrepreneurship. David's childhood ventures reveal the importance of early experiences shaping success. Plus, he highlights the unexpected advantages of competition in business, and why letting go of fear can be a superpower in sales. A must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs!

May 19, 2025 • 27min
AI with Context: Rebuilding How We Meet, Work and Listen
David Shim, Founder and CEO of Read AI, dives into the transformative power of AI in the workplace. He discusses how AI can analyze meeting dynamics, detect disengagement signals, and foster trust among teams. Shim emphasizes the need for seamless integration across communication platforms to optimize collaboration. The conversation also touches on the ethical implications of AI, the challenges of addressing cultural nuances, and the role of emotional intelligence in enhancing workplace interactions, presenting a vision for a more personalized AI future.

Oct 29, 2024 • 4min
Read AI raises $50M to integrate its bot with Slack, email, and more
David Shim, Co-founder of Read AI, shares insights on how his startup is thriving in the competitive world of AI bots. He discusses their recent $50M funding and the impressive growth in customer accounts and revenue. Shim reveals a new free Chrome extension aimed at enhancing meeting productivity by providing insightful summaries. He emphasizes the importance of differentiating features and integrations as the AI space becomes increasingly crowded.

Aug 5, 2024 • 42min
Snap Mafia: David Shim, founder of Read AI, on building a better future of work with AI and the story of his $175M acquisition by Snap
David Shim, founder and CEO of Read AI, has a rich background including leading Foursquare and founding Placed, which Snap acquired for $175M. In this discussion, he shares his journey, highlighting his 'aha' moment in location measurement. Shim explains how AI can transform meetings with summaries and enhance workplace efficiency. He also tackles the challenges of optimizing video conferencing during the pandemic and the significance of emotional engagement in communication. Get ready to explore the future of AI in work!

Oct 16, 2023 • 44min
Using AI to read the room with Read.ai CEO David Shim
David Shim, CEO at read.ai, shares his entrepreneurial journey and the influence of his family on work ethic. He discusses founding startups like Placed and read.ai, adapting product focus with AI capabilities, and collaboration with established companies. He also explores smarter meeting management and equity using data analytics, the role of mentors, and advancements in AI shaping content consumption.