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Steffen TjerrildSteffen Tjerrild

Steffen Tjerrild

COO & Co-founder / Synthesia

Steffen Tjerrild is the Co-founder and COO of Synthesia, a leading AI video communications platform for enterprises. He has been instrumental in scaling the company, which has reportedly reached a $4 billion valuation and rejected a $3 billion acquisition offer from Adobe. Tjerrild is a key figure in Europe's rapidly growing AI startup scene, focusing on strategies for high-performing tech companies.

MSc, Copenhagen Business School
United Kingdom
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LinkedInLinkedIn21.6K
TechnologyArtificial IntelligenceVenture Capital
$4B
Company Valuation
$180M+
Total Funding Raised
$3B
Acquisition Offer Rejected
21.6K
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Work Experience

Synthesia TechnologiesSynthesia Technologies
Synthesia Technologies

COO & Co-founder

Mar 2017 - Present
Responsibilities
👉 Check out www.synthesia.io and start creating videos as easy as writing an email.
CoincallCoincall
Coincall

Co-Founder

Aug 2017 - Jan 2019
Responsibilities
Crypto portfolio tracker while maintaining your privacy. Side-project, sold in 2019.
Kukula CapitalKukula Capital
Kukula Capital

Investment Manager

Jan 2015 - Jun 2017
Responsibilities
Jan 2017 - Jun 2017: Engagement Manager Jan 2016 - Dec 2016: Senior Associate Jan 2015 - Dec 2015: Associate
FoundersFounders
Founders

Business Developer

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015
Responsibilities
Founders is the biggest Nordic startup-studio funded by Kirkbi (Lego), Bestseller and William Demant.
Saxo BankSaxo Bank
Saxo Bank

Nordic Sales

Apr 2012 - Jan 2014
Responsibilities
Aug 2013 - Jan 2014: Sales Developer Apr 2012 - Aug 2013: Sales Associate

Education

Stanford UniversityStanford University
Stanford University
2014 - 2014
Field of Study
Computer Science and Finance
Copenhagen Business SchoolCopenhagen Business School
Copenhagen Business School

MSc, Applied Economics & Finance

2013 - 2015
Field of Study
MSc, Applied Economics & Finance
London School of Economics and Political ScienceLondon School of Economics and Political Science
London School of Economics and Political Science
2012 - 2012
Field of Study
Business Analysis & Valuation
Copenhagen Business SchoolCopenhagen Business School
Copenhagen Business School

BA

2010 - 2013
Field of Study
BA - Economics and Business Administration

Key Facts

Current Role

Steffen Tjerrild is the COO and Co-founder of Synthesia, a leading AI video communications platform for enterprises.

Synthesia Scale

Synthesia is an AI video platform used by over 65,000 businesses, including more than 80% of the Fortune 100.

Key Responsibilities

He leads the go-to-market, operations, and finance functions at Synthesia.

Valuation & Acquisition

Synthesia was reportedly valued at $4B and rejected a $3B acquisition offer from Adobe.

Professional Profile

Steffen Tjerrild's professional expertise spans AI technology, corporate finance, and strategic business development, with a focus on scaling high-growth European startups.

Industry Focus
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Generative VideoAI Video CommunicationsEnterprise SaaS
Expertise
Operations ManagementCorporate FinanceGo-to-Market StrategyBusiness DevelopmentVenture Capital

Skills & Competencies

Steffen Tjerrild possesses a strong set of analytical and strategic skills, honed through his experience in finance, investment, and scaling a leading AI enterprise.

Finance & Analysis
Business AnalysisAnalysisFinancial AnalysisCorporate Finance
Strategy & Operations
Business StrategyConsultancyBudgetsGo-to-Market Strategy

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