05 Nov 2025
31m

ElevenLabs CEO: Why Voice is the Next AI Interface

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The a16z Show

In this interview, Mati Staniszewski, co-founder and CEO of ElevenLabs, discusses the company's approach to maintaining speed and quality in product development, balancing research with product launches, and building a global, distributed team. Mati shares insights on fostering collaboration with the creative industry, including the voice marketplace and partnerships with music labels, and touches on the transition from a creator-focused brand to serving enterprise clients, emphasizing the importance of security, compliance, and reliable infrastructure. He also reflects on the challenges of scaling a company, particularly aligning incentive structures with strategic goals as the go-to-market team expands.

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Part 1: Company Overview

Part 2: Industry Engagement

Part 3: Enterprise Transition

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