Darian Shirazi

Darian Shirazi is a highly regarded entrepreneur and investor, currently serving as a Partner at Gradient Ventures. Before his role at Gradient, he founded Radius, a leading B2B Customer Data Platform, where he served as CEO for over seven years. Under his leadership, Radius grew to more than one hundred employees, raised over $100 million in venture capital from top-tier firms, and served dozens of Fortune 500 clients. His journey into entrepreneurship began at a young age, having interned at eBay at just 15, followed by a significant role at Facebook, where he worked as a Software Engineer directly under Mark Zuckerberg.

After his stint at Facebook, Darian briefly studied Philosophy and Computer Science at UC Berkeley, but left to pursue his passion for startups full-time. He has been an early investor in numerous successful companies, including Lyft, Udemy, Carbon Health, and Palantir. His insights and expertise in the tech industry have made him a sought-after advisor and board member, with positions at several innovative companies like Gigs, Range, Spline, and Chili Piper.

Recognized as one of Forbes’ top 30 entrepreneurs under 30 at the age of 24, Darian has shared his knowledge and experiences as a guest speaker at prominent events, including CNBC’s Squawk Box and the Web Summit. His commitment to innovation and growth in the tech ecosystem is evident in his investments and mentorship of emerging startups.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Darian lives in San Francisco with his wife, son, and two cats. He enjoys skiing, kitesurfing, and playing Civilization VI, reflecting his love for adventure and strategy in both his personal and professional life. Darian Shirazi continues to inspire those in the tech community with his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to making a meaningful impact.