James Altucher
James is the Founder and Host of two highly ranked podcasts: The James Altucher Show and Ask Altucher, two shows which have been downloaded 12 million times collectively. He is an active investor and advisor to over 30 different companies in areas ranging from tech to energy to healthcare to biotech. A prolific writer and bestselling author, his writing has been featured in The Financial Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and The Huffington Post.
James Altucher Professional Experience / Academic History
Professional Experience
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Founder
Academic History
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Computer Science
- Altucher had his first job in the IT department at HBO.
- He is now a successful entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and chess master.
- He is the Co-Founder of at least 20 companies, including some that have sold for large exits.
- He was a hedge fund manager.
- He is currently on the board of a public company with a billion dollars in revenue and advises several others.
- USA Today ranked his book, "Choose Yourself," second among the 12 Best Business books of All Time.
- He has appeared as a guest on Real Vision.