Alan Mamedi is the CEO of Truecaller. Mamedi is based in Sweden. Mamedi has held the role since 2009.
Swedish entrepreneur of Kurdish descent who co-founded Truecaller in 2009 alongside Nami Zarringhalam. Born in Iran and raised in Sweden, he studied Computer Science at KTH Royal Institute of Technology and previously founded several Swedish tech startups including Bidding.se, Jobbigt.se, and Möbeljakt.se. He stepped down from CEO role on January 9, 2026, and now serves as a board member and strategic advisor.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Alan Mamedi's transition out of active leadership at Truecaller, with reports in November 2024 noting that Mamedi and fellow co-founder are stepping back from the company, with Rishit Jhunjhunwala appointed as the new CEO. The coverage has characterized this leadership change as occurring during a period of renewed momentum for the spam-blocking application.
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Alan Mamedi: FAQ
- Who is Alan Mamedi?
- Alan Mamedi is the Co-founder & Board Member of Truecaller, based in Sweden.
- What company does Alan Mamedi lead?
- Alan Mamedi is CEO of Truecaller, a role held since 2009.