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Get inspired by the founder of IMDb | A chat with Col Needham
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Have you ever wondered how IMDb, the movie website that we keep checking for fascinating information about our favourite actresses and actors was founded? Are you interested in where the original idea came from and who is behind this extremely popular website? Hear the story from the founder himself!
Col Needham, founder and CEO of IMDb, a University of Leeds alum will walk us through his journey of how he got to where he is now. He will talk about his experience at the University of Leeds; where his passion for films and cinemas came from; how he developed his first movie database, and how IMDb grew to what it is today. On top of this, you will have the chance to hear about what a typical day in his life looks like at IMDb and he will mention a range of fun facts throughout the conversation.
Are you looking for inspiration? In the end of the podcast, Col will give his advice to current students on career development.
The moderator/editor: Rego Pal, a current University of Leeds Mechanical Engineering student.
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