Johan Brand, a creative technology entrepreneur and investor from Oslo, Norway, has made a significant impact on the global education scene. He is recognized as one of the top 100 most influential leaders in EdTech globally and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. As the co-founder and former CEO of Kahoot!, he guided the company from inception to securing Series B funding from top tier investors like Microsoft (M12) and Disney. Under his leadership, Kahoot! transformed into top league of global education brands, engaging over half of the U.S. classrooms monthly and boasting hundred millions of educational & business users worldwide. Currently, Johan is a Founding Partner at We Are Human. He is committed to creating and investing in purpose-driven organizations that aim for sustainable social and commercial impact. He has made over 60 direct investments and participated as an LP in 12 global funds (such as Atomico, Fifty Years, Hadean, & Giant), fostering innovation across various sectors. His current focus is on democratising public transport and enabling the green regeneration of European cities, facilitated by an autonomous public transport system Johan also serves as the Founder and Captain of EntrepreneurShipOne, a venture that capitalises on the entrepreneurial opportunities of our oceans. This initiative is further highlighted by his work in developing a multidimensional learning center for the ocean in Oslofjord and fostering the Seagrass Movement. His accomplishments have earned him several accolades, including the titles Found of the Year & Explorers Club.
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