Sean Mullaney

Overview

Sean Mullaney is a seasoned technology executive and angel investor with a focus on search and AI startups. He currently serves as the Founder and CEO of Seapoint, a company dedicated to building the financial home for European startups. Prior to founding Seapoint, Mullaney was the Chief Technology Officer at Algolia, an AI-powered search and discovery platform, where he was responsible for scaling engineering organizations and developing AI-driven technologies. Before joining Algolia, he held significant roles at Stripe as the Chief Information Officer in Europe and at Zalando as the Vice President of Engineering, overseeing AI-powered discovery experiences. Mullaney also spent over seven years at Google, leading various innovation teams, including three years at the Google research labs in Silicon Valley. In addition to his executive roles, Mullaney is an active angel investor and advisor, serving on the board of Manna Drone Delivery and as a Venture Advisory Board Member for Elkstone Ventures. He is also a member of the Market Advisory Group at the European Central Bank, advising on the design of the Digital Euro. Mullaney earned a bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Cambridge. As an angel investor, Mullaney focuses on early-stage investments in technology startups, particularly those specializing in search and AI technologies. His investment strategy emphasizes supporting innovative companies that are developing cutting-edge solutions in these fields. Mullaney's extensive experience in scaling engineering organizations and developing AI-powered products enables him to identify and nurture startups with high growth potential. He is known for his hands-on approach, providing strategic guidance and mentorship to founders. Mullaney's track record includes successful leadership roles in prominent technology companies and a commitment to fostering innovation in the search and AI sectors. His involvement in various advisory capacities and as an angel investor reflects his dedication to supporting the next generation of technology leaders. His educational background from the University of Cambridge further underscores his strong foundation in computer science and technology.