Alex Algard
About Alex Algard
Alex Algard is the CEO and Founder of Hiya Inc. and Co-Founder of A5 Capital, known for his work in big data, product design, and mobile voice calling innovation.
Education and Expertise
Alex Algard holds a B.A. in Economics (Honors) and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics/Smart Product Design) from Stanford University. His education at Stanford spanned from 1992 to 1997. These academic credentials underpin his analytical and design-oriented approach to business and technology.
Career at Whitepages
Alex Algard founded Whitepages in 1996 while still in college. He served as CEO until 2016, a tenure of 20 years. During his leadership, he launched the first caller ID and spam blocking apps for mobile. Whitepages became known for providing comprehensive contact information services and innovating in the field of online directories and identity verification.
Leadership of Ekata
From 2019 to 2021, Alex Algard founded and chaired Ekata, a prominent ID verification company serving enterprises through a SaaS model. Ekata became a leader in its field and was eventually sold to Mastercard for $850 million, showcasing Alex's ability to build and scale successful tech ventures.
Current Role at Hiya Inc.
Since 2016, Alex Algard has been serving as the CEO and Founder of Hiya Inc. He focuses on reinventing the mobile voice calling experience. His work at Hiya aligns with his passion for applying creativity and analytics to big data, as well as his commitment to good design and building products for global distribution.
Early Career and Other Ventures
At the start of his career, Alex Algard worked as an Analyst at Goldman Sachs from 1997 to 1998 and an Analyst Intern at Morgan Stanley in 1996. Furthermore, he co-founded CarDomain Network and served as its CEO from 1998 to 2012. His early career experiences in the financial sector provided a solid foundation for his subsequent entrepreneurial endeavors.