Darius Shahida
About Darius Shahida
Darius Shahida is the Chief Strategy Officer & Chief Business Development Officer at Butterfly Network, Inc., with a diverse background in finance, business development, and opera singing.
Current Position at Butterfly Network
Darius Shahida serves as the Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Business Development Officer at Butterfly Network, Inc. He has been instrumental in shaping the strategic direction and business development initiatives of the company. His current roles focus on expanding the company's market presence and driving strategic growth initiatives.
Previous Roles at Butterfly Network
Before assuming his current roles, Darius Shahida was the Chief Growth Officer at Butterfly Network from 2018 to 2020. In this capacity, he focused on scaling the company's operational capabilities and market reach. His tenure saw significant capital raising efforts and strategic mergers, setting the stage for the company's long-term growth.
Work Experience at Birch Grove Capital
From 2015 to 2017, Darius Shahida worked as the Head of Trading at Birch Grove Capital in New York City. In this position, he managed trading operations and contributed to the firm's investment strategies. His experience at Birch Grove Capital provided him with a strong foundation in finance and trading.
Roles at Morgan Stanley
Darius Shahida was part of Morgan Stanley's Cross Asset Special Situations Group from 2013 to 2015. During this period, he built the Cross Asset Special Situations Desk, sourcing and structuring over $1 billion in banking transactions. Additionally, he acted as a specialist on Argentina during the country's default proceedings, showcasing his ability to handle complex financial situations.
Educational Background
Darius Shahida holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, completed from 2017 to 2019. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Duke University, acquired between 2009 and 2013. His educational background includes studying under renowned Behavioral Economist Dan Ariely while at Duke, where he focused on Neuroscience and Psychology.
Notable Achievements
During his time at Harvard Business School, Darius Shahida raised $250 million for Butterfly Network, marking the largest medical imaging raise in history. He also led and negotiated Butterfly Network's $1.5 billion Enterprise Value merger with Longview Acquisition Corp., resulting in the public listing of 'BFLY' on the NYSE in Q1 of 2021. Since joining Butterfly Network, he has led over $1 billion in capital raising efforts.