Mustafa Khan
About Mustafa Khan
Mustafa Khan serves as the Director of Events at Index Ventures, a position he has held since 2023. With a decade of experience in event production and community management, he has worked with notable organizations and has a strong commitment to fostering community among entrepreneurs.
Current Role at Index Ventures
Mustafa Khan serves as the Director of Events at Index Ventures, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the planning and execution of events that align with the firm's objectives. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he brings extensive experience in event management and community building to the organization.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Before joining Index Ventures, Mustafa Khan worked at Village Global as the Director of Events and Community from 2021 to 2023. He also held the position of Head of Events & Community at Plato from 2018 to 2021. His earlier experience includes serving as a Community Manager at SoFi in 2016 and as a Marketing & Operations Specialist at Facebook from 2008 to 2012. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad skill set in event production and community engagement.
Education and Academic Background
Mustafa Khan studied at Carnegie Mellon University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Decision Science from 2003 to 2007 and a Master of Science in Management from 2007 to 2008. He also attended Delft University of Technology for a brief period, focusing on Management. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his career in event management and community development.
Community Building Initiatives
Mustafa Khan has a strong passion for fostering community among entrepreneurs and builders through event production. He has been instrumental in building the largest community for sober dance parties through Daybreaker, which he founded in 2014. His efforts in this area highlight his commitment to creating inclusive and engaging environments for participants.
Notable Clients and Projects
Throughout his career, Mustafa Khan has produced events for high-profile clients, including Salesforce, American Express, IBM Watson, Target, and Zappos. His experience working with these organizations demonstrates his ability to manage complex events that meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.