Johnny Boufarhat
Founder and CEO of Hopin, a virtual events platform that rapidly scaled to over $1 billion valuation.
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Dec 10, 2020 • 30min
20VC: Hopin, The Breakout Startup of 2020 on Scaling from 10 to 230 People and $174M in Funding in just 13 Months, The 3 Phases of Startup Scaling, How To Lead Remote Teams Effectively, The Future of Events Post-COVID and more
Johnny Boufarhat, Founder and CEO of Hopin, discusses his inspiring journey from overcoming health challenges to leading a successful online events platform. He delves into scaling his team from 10 to 210 employees, sharing insights on the transformative impact of remote work culture. Johnny highlights essential strategies for effective remote leadership and the pitfalls many face in this model. He also explores the future of events in a post-COVID world and offers valuable advice on fundraising, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and strategic alignment.
Dec 8, 2020 • 20min
MFM x Trends - How Johnny Boufarhat Took Hopin from 0 to $1b+ in Less Than A Year
Johnny Boufarhat, Founder and CEO of Hopin, scaled his virtual events platform to a billion-dollar valuation in under a year. He shares insights on how a fully remote team accelerated growth and their unique hiring strategies during the pandemic. The discussion reveals the complexities of managing rapid expansion and the challenges faced by leaders in the evolving events industry. Boufarhat also reflects on personal struggles and the future of virtual events, highlighting the importance of a strong company culture in a remote setting.
