Tope Awotona
Tope Awotona is the founder and CEO of Calendly, a company he launched in 2013. Under his leadership, Calendly has grown from a bootstrapped startup into a global powerhouse, valued at $3 billion in 2021, with over 10 million users in more than 230 countries. Awotona's vision transformed a personal frustration with scheduling into a comprehensive platform that streamlines meeting coordination for individuals and businesses worldwide. Tope Awotona founded Calendly in 2013, investing his life savings to create a scheduling platform that now boasts over 10 million users globally. In 2021, he secured $350 million in funding, valuing Calendly at $3 billion and cementing its status as a tech unicorn. Awotona was recognized with the 2019 Comparably Best CEOs award and the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle Most Admired CEO Award. He is also noted as one of two Black tech billionaires in the U.S. and was featured on the cover of Forbes' 2022 "Billionaires Issue". His journey from personal frustration to a global solution exemplifies his commitment to simplifying communication and empowering individuals and teams.
Career Milestones
- Founded Calendly in 2013, investing his life savings to create a global scheduling platform.
- Grew Calendly to over 10 million users in 230+ countries and a $3 billion valuation by 2021.
- Secured $350 million in funding in 2021, establishing Calendly as a leading tech unicorn.
- Recognized with the 2019 Comparably Best CEOs award and the 2021 Atlanta Business Chronicle Most Admired CEO Award.
- Featured on the cover of Forbes' 2022 "Billionaires Issue" as one of two Black tech billionaires in the U.S.
About Calendly
Calendly, founded in 2013, is a software company in the business communication industry. They help individuals and businesses, from small to large enterprises, streamline scheduling. Core features include automated scheduling, calendar integrations, and customizable event types. Benefits include increased productivity, reduced back-and-forth emails, and enhanced professionalism.