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Inc. in September 2024 published an abridged version of Don Katz’s acceptance speech for his alumni award from New York University, in which he shared how the school helped him to forge his own path in media and storytelling. [4 min.]
Audible founder Don Katz sat down with Outside Magazine to talk about how "a love of words fueled his ambitions" initially as a journalist and author, and later as creator of what Outside called "one of the most successful tech and media startups of all time." [12 min.]
Inc. in September 2024 published an abridged version of Don Katz’s acceptance speech for his alumni award from New York University, in which he shared how the school helped him to forge his own path in media and storytelling. [4 min.]
Audible founder Don Katz sat down with Outside Magazine to talk about how "a love of words fueled his ambitions" initially as a journalist and author, and later as creator of what Outside called "one of the most successful tech and media startups of all time." [12 min.]
During a luncheon at Gotham Hall in Manhattan, New York University, Don’s undergraduate alma mater, honored Don with a 2024 Distinguished Alumni Award for his success in the worlds of art, culture, and entertainment. [11 min. 15 secs.]
Don visited Montclair State University to speak to a full room of undergraduate students, graduate students, and faculty members about transitioning from the writerly life to running a company, turning ideas into reality, and the importance of a broad education and strong teacher relationships. [1 hour]
In honor of Black History Month, employees throughout Audible, including Don, have been answering the following question: Who in Black History has most influenced your life and/or career, and in what ways? [4 min.]
Don, a graduate of New Trier Township High School, located outside Chicago, was named to the school’s Alumni Hall of Honor. [4 min.; 7 min. video]
New Jersey business publication ROI-NJ named Don to its Power List 2024 - Super 60 ranking of the most influential business people in the state. [1 min.]
Don sent the following message to Audible employees in December 2023, honoring the passing of longtime Newark business leader and real estate developer, Marc Berson. [1.5 min.]
Neil Gaiman took the stage at NJPAC in Newark, reading excerpts from his work and answering questions from a packed audience. Don introduced the celebrated author and longtime Audible creator. [3 min.]
Don marked the 70th anniversary of the publication of Ralph Ellison’s iconic novel, Invisible Man, during NYU’s alumni weekend in October 2023. [52 min.]
Don was featured in the Fall 2022 issue of Humanities Magazine, honoring the 70th anniversary of the publication of Ralph Ellison’s iconic novel, Invisible Man. Don shared how Ellison influenced the founding of Audible and Don’s vision to bring Ellison’s words to life. [13 min.]
On October 12, 2023, Don addressed a packed crowd at Audible’s Innovation Cathedral about how disability awareness and inclusivity have been core tenets of the company since its founding. [6 min.]