Biography
David is the Founder and CEO of Founders Pledge, and Founder and Partner at Pledge Ventures. He moved into the non-profit sector from an eclectic commercial background, having worked in investment banking and subsequently founded and sold a boutique real estate firm. After running the gauntlet of finance, start-up, and academia, he started Founders Pledge to make it absurdly easy for entrepreneurs to do good in their work and lives. Through Founders Pledge he has raised $11 billion in commitments for charity and donated more than $1.5 billion. Most recently, David launched Pledge Ventures, a $55 million, rules-based venture fund, which has committed 85% of its carry to charity.