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Evan Henshaw-Plath (rabble) is a pioneering technologist and entrepreneur who provides a unique insider's perspective on one of tech's most compelling origin stories. As Twitter's first employee, he witnessed and shaped the platform's emergence from the ashes of Odeo, a podcasting startup that would pivot to become one of social media's defining platforms. Having brought Jack Dorsey into the company and worked alongside the founding team, Evan offers unparalleled insights into the decisions, dynamics, and pivotal moments that transformed a failed podcasting company into a global communications phenomenon. His firsthand account of Twitter's creation has captured widespread media attention, featured in an Al Jazeera documentary and set to appear in a major upcoming BBC/CNN documentary airing in March 2025. This level of interest reflects both the historical significance of his experience and his ability to artfully weave together the technical, human, and business elements of the story. Beyond his Twitter legacy, Evan has been a driving force in democratizing technology and innovation. As an instructor at the prestigious MIT Media Lab, he taught cutting-edge approaches to lean startup methodology and co-design, helping shape the next generation of tech innovators and entrepreneurs. As a speaker, Evan delivers compelling presentations on: The untold story of Twitter's founding and pivot from Odeo Building and scaling transformative social platforms Technical architecture decisions that shaped modern social media Lean startup methodology and pivotal moments Co-design and participatory development Startup culture and team building