Technology Entrepreneur & Innovation Leader; CEO & Co-Founder of Slack; Co-Founder of Flickr; Expert in Digital Communication

San Francisco, CA, USA
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Stewart Butterfield Biography

Stewart Butterfield is a technology entrepreneur known as the co-founder and CEO of Slack, a workplace collaboration platform that has influenced digital communication for organizations worldwide.

Before Slack, Butterfield co-founded Flickr, a photo-sharing service that contributed to the development of the early social web and was later acquired by Yahoo. His career demonstrates an ability to identify emerging needs in digital communication and deliver solutions that impact how teams interact and share information.

Butterfield’s leadership at Slack has contributed to the company’s growth and its position in enterprise software. Under his direction, Slack has become a widely used tool for millions of users, recognized for its design and effect on productivity. Butterfield is a frequent speaker at technology conferences, industry panels, and media outlets, where he discusses topics such as entrepreneurship, product development, and the future of work. His expertise in technology and business practices has established him as a prominent voice in the industry.

Throughout his career, Butterfield has addressed the challenges of building and scaling startups, including adapting to market changes and fostering resilient company cultures. His reflections on overcoming setbacks and adapting to change provide practical insights for audiences interested in technology, innovation, and business growth. Butterfield’s achievements and public speaking engagements highlight his role as a leader and advocate for innovation in the tech industry.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/16/2025.

Stewart Butterfield Videos

Product Management Lessons from Slack | Stewart Butterfield

Product Management Lessons from Slack | Stewart Butterfield

There are big product management lessons that you’ll learn from Slack and the company’s co-founder and former CEO, Stewart Butterfield. We...

SaaStr Talk: Platform vs Product | Stewart Butterfield

SaaStr Talk: Platform vs Product | Stewart Butterfield

Uploaded by SaaStr Shorts on 2023-05-25.

Podcast on Business Pivots | Stewart Butterfield

Podcast on Business Pivots | Stewart Butterfield

In your company’s darkest moment, remember: You CAN pivot from failure to success. But only if you slash and burn everything that isn’t working....

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Stewart Butterfield is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Stewart Butterfield for your event is available upon request. Stewart Butterfield generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Brian Chesky, Daymond John, Erik Qualman, Mike Walsh and Chad Hurley. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Stewart Butterfield for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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